Salt of the Earth

At New Mexico's Empire Zinc mine, Mexican-American workers protest the unsafe work conditions and unequal wages compared to their Anglo counterparts. Ramon Quintero helps organize the strike, but he is shown to be a hypocrite by treating his pregnant wife, Esperanza, with a similar unfairness. When an injunction stops the men from protesting, however, the gender roles are reversed, and women find themselves on the picket lines while the men stay at home.

Release Status

Released

Genres

Drama, History

Director

Herbert J. Biberman

Original Language

EN

What is Salt of the Earth about?

At New Mexico's Empire Zinc mine, Mexican-American workers protest the unsafe work conditions and unequal wages compared to their Anglo counterparts. Ramon Quintero helps organize the strike, but he is shown to be a hypocrite by treating his pregnant wife, Esperanza, with a similar unfairness. When an injunction stops the men from protesting, however, the gender roles are reversed, and women find themselves on the picket lines while the men stay at home.

Who directed Salt of the Earth?

Salt of the Earth was directed by Herbert J. Biberman.

When was Salt of the Earth released?

Salt of the Earth was released on March 14, 1954.

How long is Salt of the Earth?

Salt of the Earth has a runtime of 1h 34m.

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