The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio
2005
6.6 (91)
1 hr 39 min
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 as Evelyn Ryan
Woody Harrelson as Kelly Ryan
Laura Dern as Dortha Schaefer
Trevor Morgan as Bruce Ryan
Ellary Porterfield as Tuff Ryan
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