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North Country, 2005

Starring: Charlize Theron, Frances McDormand, Woody Harrelson

Directed by: Niki Caro

Written by: Michael Seitzman

Language: English

Country: USA

Runtime: 126 min

MPAA Rating: R

Rating:7.2

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The mood of North Country is disturbing, thought provoking, and contemplative. The plot centers around sexual harassment, the price of justice, and feminism. It is a drama movie. Stylistically, North Country stars a strong female character. In approach, it is serious and realistic. It takes place, at least partly, in a small town. North Country is set in Minnesota. It happens in the 1980s. It is originally a true story. Note that North Country includes sexual content, profanity, and violent content.

Summary of North Country

This melodrama for the modern age is based on the true story of the first successful sexual harassment case in America. Niki Caro's (WHALE RIDER) inspirational tale traces one woman's determined struggle for independence and equality in a male-dominated environment--a struggle that set a precedent for improved working conditions for women across the country. Charlize Theron plays Josey Aimes, a young mother of two who has just left her abusive husband and returned home to live with her parents (Sissy Spacek and Richard Jenkins). Reconnecting with her old friend Glory (Frances McDormand), she learns of a well-paid job at the mines that would allow her a modicum of independence for the first time in her life. But Josey soon finds out about the drawbacks to the job, as the men mount a war of escalating cruelty against the women, who are expected to "take it like a man." Dildos in lunch boxes, obscene graffiti, and a harrowing episode in a Porta-Potty are just some of the indignities the women have to suffer in silence. Finally, Josey is pushed too far and decides to fight back, but she finds herself hard-pressed to find allies willing to sacrifice their bread and butter. Vilified by her former friends, increasingly abused by male colleagues, and estranged from her son and also from Glory, Josey nonetheless decides to sue the company. She is aided by exiled New York lawyer and former local sports star Bill White (Woody Harrelson). As in all successful melodrama, good and evil are clearly marked, with the powerful corporation and the male workers the unmitigated bad guys. However, this makes Josey's courage and strength, as well as the scope of what she accomplished, stand out in even starker contrast.

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Language:	English
Country:	USA
Release date:	9 October 2005
Runtime:	126 min

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Charlize Theron

as Josey Aimes

Frances McDormand

as Glory

Woody Harrelson

as Bill White

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Charlize Theron as Josey Aimes in North Country (2005)

Frances McDormand in North Country (2005)

Richard Jenkins and Sissy Spacek in North Country (2005)

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The Onion (A.V. Club)

The story of America's first successful class-action sexual-harassment lawsuit may sound dull, but Caro ratchets up the intensity until every flung epithet and threat stings. The approach is sometimes shrill, but it's effective. Full Review

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by: Tasha Robinson

Variety

An emotionally potent story told with great dignity. Full Review

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by: David Rooney

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When this movie starts, and even halfway through, it may feel drudging, and you may not think you can complete it. The problem being that it is very tough to watch - it is very depressing, and so many of the characters are horribly mean. It is much... Read and rate it

22.March.2009
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by: Matthew
Matthew rated this movie10/10Must See

The movie is really well made. Everyone has given natural performances.A must watch for every person. Very inspiring and at the same time emotional. Gives a good feeling at the end and is positive. Charlize Theron gives an Oscar worthy performance. Read and rate it

21.March.2009
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by: gauravarora77
gauravarora77 rated this movie10/10Must See

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