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Strikebound (1984)
Director: Richard Lowenstein
Cast: Chris Haywood, Carol Burns, Hugh Keays-Byrne, Rob Steele
Runtime101 min
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Via the New York Times: "...reconstructs the true story of a coal miners' strike in the small town of Korumburra in the mid-30's... based on the real-life story of two remarkable characters, Wattie Doig, a miner who became a militant Communist activist, and his wife, Agnes, who progressed from staunch Presbyterianism to membership in the Salvation Army and, finally, to labor organization."
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Strikebound is a critically acclaimed 1984 drama film directed by Richard Lowenstein that reconstructs the true story of a coal miners' strike in the 1930s. The film has been praised for its historical accuracy and strong performances, particularly in depicting the relationship between the militant activist Wattie Doig and his wife Agnes.
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Fans of historical dramas and powerful true stories will be captivated by Strikebound, Richard Lowenstein's 1984 film that vividly reconstructs the real-life coal miners' strike in 1930s Australia. With compelling performances by the likes of Chris Haywood and Carol Burns, the film offers a nuanced exploration of the struggles and triumphs of working-class activists during a pivotal labor movement.
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Strikebound is a 1984 Australian film directed by Richard Lowenstein. It is based on the experiences of real people during the 1937 coal-miners' strike in Victoria, Australia, the Korumburra miners' strike.
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