Norma Rae
Norma Rae is a southern textile worker employed in a factory with intolerable working conditions. This concern about the situation gives her the gumption to be the key associate to a visiting labor union organizer. Together, they undertake the difficult, and possibly dangerous, struggle to unionize her factory.
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Where can I watch Norma Rae in the United States?
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What are the ratings for Norma Rae?
Norma Rae scores 7.2 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Norma Rae?
Norma Rae stars Sally Field, Ron Leibman, Beau Bridges, Pat Hingle, and Barbara Baxley. Martin Ritt is the director.
How long is Norma Rae?
Norma Rae runs 1h 50m (110 minutes).
When did Norma Rae come out?
Norma Rae was released on March 2, 1979.
Which studio made Norma Rae?
Norma Rae was produced by 20th Century Fox, Martin Ritt Productions, and Rose and Asseyev Productions in the United States.
What was the budget for Norma Rae?
Norma Rae was made on a budget of $4,500,000.
How much did Norma Rae make at the box office?
Norma Rae grossed $22,228,000 worldwide, against a budget of $4,500,000.
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