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.
Acting
Moore's micro-expressions sell decades of swallowed rage.
Writing
Wit that cuts like a Ginsu knife from a garage sale.
Costume
Perfect period dresses that hide the bruises.
Director
Jane Anderson
Julianne Moore
Evelyn Ryan
Woody Harrelson
Kelly Ryan
Laura Dern
Dortha Schaefer
Trevor Morgan
Bruce Ryan
Ellary Porterfield
Tuff Ryan
Simon Reynolds
Ray the Milkman
Michael Seater
Bub Ryan at 15 yrs
Jordan Todosey
Tuff Ryan at 9 yrs
Jack Murray
Rog Ryan at 17 yrs
Noni White
Pauline
Nora Dunn
Girl Group Member
Erik Knudsen
Rog Ryan at 13 Years
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