The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio (2005)

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.

Genres: Drama

What to watch after The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio

• The Glass Castle (2017) — Same feel: dramatic, painful
• North Country (2005)
• If These Walls Could Talk 2 (2000) — Jane Anderson directed both
• 99 Homes (2014) — Same feel: dramatic, painful
• Iron Jawed Angels (2004)
• Battle in Seattle (2007)