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The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio (DVD, 2006, Anamorphic Widescreen)

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Julianne Moore returns to FAR FROM HEAVEN territory in THE PRIZE WINNER OF DEFIANCE, OHIO, which springs from the pages of Terry Ryan's memoir of the same name. Playing 1950s housewife Evelyn Ryan, who struggles to raise 10 kids while dealing with an alcoholic husband, Moore brings director Jane Anderson's film to life with another moving performance to add to her résumé. Evelyn's husband, Kelly (Woody Harrelson), works at the local factory but has sunk the family into financial trouble with his dangerously boozy habits. Struggling with her husband's drinking and the stress of raising so many children, Evelyn tries her luck in some jingle-writing contests. Writing rhyming couplets for companies like Dr. Pepper and Maidenform bras, the beleaguered housewife is surprisingly successful, and manages to tip the family's finances back into good health. Anderson peppers the action with short direct-to-camera monologues from Evelyn, which help to explain the idiosyncrasies of the competitions and also highlight her steely determination to pull her family through the hard times. But Kelly can't accept his wife's position as the major breadwinner of the family, and his violent, alcohol-fueled outbursts put an enormous strain on their relationship. Moore shines throughout the movie, giving a convincing performance as a strong woman who always puts her family's happiness before her own. As a first feature film, THE PRIZE WINNER OF DEFIANCE, OHIO, is a strong debut from Jane Anderson, who gained Emmy nominations for her HBO show NORMAL, which she wrote and directed; she also wrote the screenplay for this movie, faithfully molding Terry Ryan's words into a film that tugs heavily at the heart strings.

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UPC0678149196429

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Product Key Features

ActorWoody Harrelson, Julianne Moore, Laura Dern

RatingPG-13

EditionAnamorphic Widescreen

Movie/TV TitlePrize Winner of Defiance, Ohio

DirectorJane Anderson

FormatDVD

Release Year2006

GenreDrama

Additional Product Features

Number of Discs1

Country/Region of ManufactureUSA

Display FormatAnamorphic Widescreen

Leading RoleWoody Harrelson, Julianne Moore, Laura Dern

Release Date20060314

Film CountryUSA

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by graham_adee
09 Jun, 2022
The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio is a great movie
The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio is a great movie! We enjoyed it very much and was surprised that it actually is based on a true story. Those are always the best kind of movie in my opinion. Too bad they don't do that type of thing anymore. It's not really free if you have to pay for shipping and all.
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by rockin_xia
07 Sep, 2017
A Heart warming, humbling movie!
True movies are always better than Hollywood glam. Julianne Moore is cast perfectly as a battered wife, who saves the families budget by writing Jingles. The family as a whole, nestles together to help their mom accomplish her dream! Woody Harrelson, plays a great part, with anger and comedy throughout the movie. I loved this movie so much that I purchased it to help me through hard times.
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by militia_1
19 Oct, 2021
As Good As The Book
Just read the book. Never knew it was actually made into a movie. Somewhere I thought I saw the word "comedy" associated with it. While there were funny moments in it, I thought the movie had an underlying theme of sadness. I definitely think you'll like the movie. I'd definitely recommend it.
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by ca2065
25 Jan, 2024
Life is what you make it.
Based on a true story ... it teaches grit, ingenuity, deep love of a wife & mother and how to keep a family together no matter the circumstances.
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by terrenglan_22
07 Oct, 2018
Defiance, Ohio film
I had seen this movie on a pay channel. Wanted it on DVD for my own collection; it’s THAT GOOD but extremely difficult to find. Julienne Moore is fantastic, as is the story. Thanks so much for having it!
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by rea1355
23 Jun, 2016
the prize winner of defiance ohio
excellent movie of a mother that tries to make life better for her family of 12.
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by lesliguessfor-0
07 May, 2019
Lightweight but with some good features and especially for women.
It is a nice movie to watch but not one that one must have. The quality of the product was outstanding but the movie was plain. I like it but plain.
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by trish2608
06 May, 2020
Great movie
Really enjoyed the Prize Winner of Defiance Ohio - good acting and engaging story
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by melaniepeters
21 Aug, 2022
The Prize Winner Of Defiance Ohio
I loved this movie. It's a true story. Great cast.
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by chassidluca-0
31 Mar, 2021
awesome and great condition
perfect movie love it
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned