The Molly Maguires
'The Molly Maguires' was a secret society of militant coal miners who battled their exploitation by mine owners with violence, intimidation...and sometimes murder. Based on actual events, this gripping story is a sympathetic and accurate account of the Irish-American miners' struggle. Richard Harris plays a detective on undercover assignment for the owners, fighting to win the workers' trust, and finally, fighting his own conscience. Sean Connery is the tough and suspicious leader of the Mollies who repeatedly tests the newcomer's loyalty. Excellent photography and fine action scenes add to the realism of this vivid social drama.
Year: 1969
Genre: True Stories
Country: USA
Director: Martin Ritt
Starring: Richard Harris, Sean Connery, Samantha Eggar
Duration: 120 Minutes
Rating: PG - Contains coarse language.
6.9/10
Location in store: Drama
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