The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio

September. 28,2005      
Rating:
7.2
Trailer Synopsis Cast

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.

Julianne Moore as  Evelyn Ryan
Woody Harrelson as  Kelly Ryan
Laura Dern as  Dortha Schaefer
Trevor Morgan as  Bruce Ryan
Ellary Porterfield as  Tuff Ryan
Simon Reynolds as  Ray the Milkman
Michael Seater as  Bub Ryan at 15 yrs
Jordan Todosey as  Tuff Ryan at 9 yrs
Jack Murray as  Rog Ryan at 17 yrs
Noni White as  Pauline

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