Justice in the Coalfields
Synopsis
This film demonstrates how labor law has crippled the collective bargaining power of unions and weighed the scales of justice against working people. The documentary follows the 1988 United Mine Workers strike against the Pittston Coal Company that followed the expiration of their contract and Pittston's termination of the medical benefits of 1,500 pensioners, widows, and disabled miners.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1995
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anne Lewis Johnson
- Original Title
- Justice in the Coalfields
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 57m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anne Lewis Johnson
Department Leadership Roster
Anne Lewis Johnson
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is Justice in the Coalfields about?
This film demonstrates how labor law has crippled the collective bargaining power of unions and weighed the scales of justice against working people. The documentary follows the 1988 United Mine Workers strike against the Pittston Coal Company that followed the expiration of their contract and Pittston's termination of the medical benefits of 1,500 pensioners, widows, and disabled miners.
Who directed Justice in the Coalfields?
Justice in the Coalfields was directed by Anne Lewis Johnson.
Who stars in Justice in the Coalfields?
The principal cast of Justice in the Coalfields includes Not specified.
When was Justice in the Coalfields released and how long is it?
Justice in the Coalfields was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 57m.