Norma Rae (1979)
DVD, 110 minutes
Languages:
English
Subtitles:
In English or dubbed French with optional English or Spanish subtitles; closed-captioned
Personal notes
Women textile workers -- DramaLabor unions -- Organizing -- Drama
Textile workers -- Labor unions -- Drama
Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role (Field), 1979
2003 AFI's 100 Years... 100 Heroes and Villains:
Norma Rae—#15 Hero
Plot outline
In an Oscar winning performance, Sally Field is unforgettable as Norma Rae, the Southern millworker who revolutionizes a small town and discovers a power in herself she never knew she had. Under the guidance of a New York unionizer (Ron Leibman) and with increasing courage and determination, Norma Rae organizes her fellow factory workers to fight for better conditions and wages. Based on a true story, Norma Rae is the mesmerizing tale of a modern day heroine. Beau Bridges co-stars.
Cast
- Sally Field
- Ron Leibman
- Beau Bridges
- Pat Hingle
- Barbara Baxley
- Gail Strickland