The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio (2005)
Starring Julianne Moore, Woody Harrelson, Laura Dern
Directed by Jane Anderson
Based on the true story of Evelyn Ryan, a midwestern housewife who managed to rescue her family from debt by entering contests for ad slogans sponsored by consumer product companies.
Runtime: 99 min.
Rating: 6.8
DVD
Languages: English
Genres: Drama
Keywords: commercial,ohio,housewife,dysfunctional marriage,breaking the fourth wall,contest,prize,woman director,mortgage,1950s,1960s,large family
Cast
Evelyn Ryan
Kelly Ryan
Dortha Schaefer
Bruce Ryan
Tuff Ryan
Ray the Milkman
Dick Ryan
Rog Ryan at 17 yrs
Tuff Ryan at 9 yrs
Bub Ryan at 15 yrs
Pauline