The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio

The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio (2005)

September 28th, 20051h 39min

Drama
67%

Overview

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.


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