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Salt of the Earth 1954

In New Mexico’s Empire Zinc mine, Mexican-American workers face dangerous conditions and unequal pay, leading to a fight for justice. Ramon Quintero emerges as a leader in the strike, but his own life presents a complex contradiction. The conflict challenges societal norms as women join the picket lines and men unexpectedly remain at home, prompting a re-examination of traditional gender roles and the pursuit of fairness for all.

In New Mexico’s Empire Zinc mine, Mexican-American workers face dangerous conditions and unequal pay, leading to a fight for justice. Ramon Quintero emerges as a leader in the strike, but his own life presents a complex contradiction. The conflict challenges societal norms as women join the picket lines and men unexpectedly remain at home, prompting a re-examination of traditional gender roles and the pursuit of fairness for all.

Does Salt of the Earth have end credit scenes?

No!

Salt of the Earth does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

Meet the Full Cast and Actors of Salt of the Earth

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Ratings and Reviews for Salt of the Earth

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Metacritic

74

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Rotten Tomatoes
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TOMATOMETER

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IMDb

7.4 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

69

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Watch Trailers, Clips & Behind-the-Scenes for Salt of the Earth

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Salt of the Earth 1954 trailer

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Cars Featured in Salt of the Earth

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Chevrolet

1947

Fleetline Aerosedan

Chevrolet

1948

Fleetline Sportmaster

Chevrolet

1946

Fleetmaster

Chevrolet

1947

Fleetmaster

Chevrolet

1951

unknown

Chrysler

1940

Windsor

Chrysler

1951

Windsor De Luxe

Chrysler

1951

Windsor De Luxe

Ford

1950

Custom De Luxe

Ford

1935

unknown

Movie Themes and Keywords

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