James Earl Jones Remembered - Matewan

When the Stone Mountain Coal Company announces a cut in wages, the miners’ response is strike action. A train arrives in town bringing black and Italian workers to replace them but on that same train is Joe Kenehan, a union organizer whose aim is to unite all the diverse groups of workers to stand together. The bosses’ next move is to bring in some hired ‘muscle’ to “keep the peace.” As the tension and violence escalates, the stage is set for a final showdown.

FORMAT: DCP

DISTRIBUTOR: Park Circus

COUNTRY: USA

Cost: $8.00 (member) ; $13.00 (general admission)