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The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio

"She raised ten kids on twenty five words or less."

A Midwestern housewife supports her large family by entering contests for ad slogans sponsored by consumer product companies, while dealing with abuse from her alcoholic husband. Based on a true story.

Top Cast

  • Julianne Moore

    Julianne Moore

    Evelyn Ryan

  • Woody Harrelson

    Woody Harrelson

    Kelly Ryan

  • Laura Dern

    Laura Dern

    Dortha Schaefer

  • Trevor Morgan

    Trevor Morgan

    Bruce Ryan

  • Ellary Porterfield

    Ellary Porterfield

    Tuff Ryan

  • Simon Reynolds

    Simon Reynolds

    Ray the Milkman

  • Robert Clark

    Robert Clark

    Dick Ryan

  • Michael Seater

    Michael Seater

    Bub Ryan at 15 yrs

  • Jordan Todosey

    Jordan Todosey

    Tuff Ryan at 9 yrs

Overview

A Midwestern housewife supports her large family by entering contests for ad slogans sponsored by consumer product companies, while dealing with abuse from her alcoholic husband. Based on a true story.

Rating

6.6 / 10
89 Reviews
1 Popular

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