The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio (2005)
09/28/2005 (US) • 1h 39m
She raised ten kids on twenty five words or less.
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.
Top Billed Cast
Evelyn Ryan
Kelly Ryan
Dortha Schaefer
Bruce Ryan
Tuff Ryan
Ray the Milkman
Dick Ryan
Bub Ryan at 15 yrs
Tuff Ryan at 9 yrs
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Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
-
Revenue
-
Keywords
commercial
housewife
based on true story
middle class
ohio
dysfunctional marriage
breaking the fourth wall
based on memoir or autobiography
prize money
woman director
mortgage
contests and competitions
1950s
1960s
large family
tv contest
prizes
married with children
economic struggle
grand prize
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