Question 1

What is Matewan about?

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Filmed in the coal country of West Virginia, "Matewan" celebrates labor organizing in the context of a 1920s work stoppage. Union organizer, Joe Kenehan, a scab named "Few Clothes" Johnson and a sympathetic mayor and police chief heroically fight the power represented by a coal company and Matewan's vested interests so that justice and workers' rights need not take a back seat to squalid working conditions, exploitation and the bottom line.

Question 2

Who directed Matewan?

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Matewan was directed by John Sayles.

Question 3

When was Matewan released?

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Matewan was released on August 28, 1987.

Question 4

How long is Matewan?

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Matewan has a runtime of 2h 12m.

Question 5

Where can I track Matewan?

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You can track Matewan on Matinee — the free movie and TV show tracker app for iOS & Android. Log it, rate it, and share your thoughts with friends. Matewan is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the US.

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