Coal Miner's Daughter

Name: Coal Miner's Daughter
Director: Michael Apted
Genre: Music, Drama
Released: 1980-01-01
Duration: 125 min
Rating: 7.2
Cast: Sissy Spacek, Tommy Lee Jones, Levon Helm, Beverly D'Angelo, William Sanderson

1980Dir. Michael Apted2h 5m

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Runtime2h 5m

Released1980

Budget$15M

Box office$67.2M

DirectorMichael Apted

About This Movie

Coal Miner's Daughter is a gritty yet heartfelt exploration of Loretta Lynn's life. Directed by Michael Apted, it captures the raw essence of her rise from a Kentucky coal mining town to stardom in the country music scene. The pacing feels natural, with moments of quiet reflection interspersed with the more dynamic beats of her performances. Sissy Spacek's portrayal of Lynn is remarkable, she embodies both vulnerability and strength, giving the character depth and authenticity. The film's atmosphere is drenched in the struggles of rural America, with practical effects that ground the narrative in reality. It doesn't shy away from darker themes of poverty and family strife while celebrating the music that brought her freedom and hope.

Strong character study of Loretta LynnCaptivating performances, particularly by Sissy SpacekAuthentic depiction of rural life and struggles