A Woman's Work
Synopsis
After tragically losing her parents to the opioid epidemic, Jolene Harper, a young woman in her twenties living in rural Harlan County, Kentucky, takes a grueling job as a coal miner to single-handedly support and provide for her two younger sisters, Emmy and Lara. As she navigates the hyper-masculine and conservative mining environment, Jolene must also cope with the social pressures of her secret relationship with a local woman, Kylie Mitchell—a romance that ultimately forces her to choose between her deep familial responsibilities and her own desire for freedom.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Santa Barbara International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- A.R. Ephraim
- Screenplay & Story
- A.R. Ephraim
- Original Score
- Dave Porter
- Original Title
- A Woman's Work
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
A.R. Ephraim
A.R. Ephraim
Dave Porter
John Gilbert
Scott Anderson, Gill Holland, Hal Lieberman
Department Leadership Roster
A.R. Ephraim
Director
A.R. Ephraim
Writer
Scott Anderson
Producer
Hal Lieberman
Producer
John Gilbert
Editor
Sean Ramey
Stunt Coordinator
Dave Porter
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for A Woman's Work.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Woman's Work
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Woman's Work about?
After tragically losing her parents to the opioid epidemic, Jolene Harper, a young woman in her twenties living in rural Harlan County, Kentucky, takes a grueling job as a coal miner to single-handedly support and provide for her two younger sisters, Emmy and Lara. As she navigates the hyper-masculine and conservative mining environment, Jolene must also cope with the social pressures of her secret relationship with a local woman, Kylie Mitchell—a romance that ultimately forces her to choose between her deep familial responsibilities and her own desire for freedom.
Who directed A Woman's Work?
A Woman's Work was directed by A.R. Ephraim.
Who stars in A Woman's Work?
The principal cast of A Woman's Work includes Scott G. Anderson, Ryan Begay, Braden Bell, Ashe Parker, Sean Ramey.
When was A Woman's Work released and how long is it?
A Woman's Work was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for A Woman's Work?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Woman's Work was composed by Dave Porter.