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Salt of the Earth

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In a small mining town in the United States, workers live in extreme conditions, worn down by exploitation and the fear of losing their jobs. Tension erupts when a group of miners, led by a brave activist, decides to organize a strike to fight for better wages and working conditions. As the struggle for justice intensifies, the miners' families become embroiled in the battle, especially the women, who had so far remained in the shadows.

The wife of the strike leader, who has spent her entire life relegated to a secondary role, becomes a key figure in the movement. Her courage and determination challenge gender norms and inspire other women to join the call for equality and labor rights. As tensions between the workers and the company rise, the community faces the brutality of the authorities and the indifference of society, revealing the profound injustices they suffer.

As the struggle escalates, the characters must confront their own prejudices and the dynamics of power in their relationships. This social drama, laden with symbolism and emotion, captures the essence of human resistance and the quest for dignity in a harsh world, where family bonds and community solidarity are key to facing adversity. The story becomes a powerful testament to the sacrifice, struggle, and hope of those seeking a better future.

Media type
Movie
Year
1954
Director
Herbert J. Biberman
Writer
Michael Wilson
Rating
Service
Internet Movie Database
Rating
7.40
Service
Rotten tomatoes
Rating
100.00
Service
Metacritic
Rating
74.00
Actors
Rosaura Revueltas
Juan Chacón
Will Geer
David Bauer
Mervin Williams
David Sarvis
Clinton Jencks
Virginia Jencks
Henrietta Williams
Ernesto Velázquez
Joe T. Morales
Clorinda Alderette
Charles Coleman
Víctor Torres
E.A. Rockwell
William Rockwell
Floyd Bostick
Gender
Drama
Historia
Country
United States
Producers
Paul Jarrico
Simon Lazarus
Herbert J. Biberman
Original title
Salt of the Earth
Duration
94
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