28 Sep 2005
The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio
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.
Top Billed Cast
Alison Steadman Beverley
Tim Stern Laurence
Janine Duvitski Angela
John Salthouse Tony
Harriet Reynolds Susan
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