Coal Miner’s Daughter

Movie poster for Coal Miner's Daughter
  1. Saturday, May 18, 2024
  2. 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm
  3. William G. McGowan Theater, Washington, DC
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    In person

    Sissy Spacek did all her own singing and won an Oscar for her portrayal of country-music star Loretta Lynn, following her from the backwoods of Kentucky to her performing in remote honky-tonks to her triumph on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry. Directed by Michael Apted. Also stars Tommy Lee Jones and Beverly D'Angelo. (1980; 125 minutes; rated PG)

    Power & Light: Russell Lee’s Coal Survey and programs presented in conjunction with the exhibit are made possible in part by the National Archives Foundation through the generous support of The Mars Family & Mars, Incorporated and Anonymous.