Norma Rae 1979

Vincent Canby, New York Times: Norma Rae is a seriously concerned contemporary drama, illuminated by some very good performances and one, Miss Field's, that is spectacular. Read more

Dave Kehr, Chicago Reader: Photographed in murky yellows and browns by John Alonzo, this 1979 film is sluggish and vague, trivializing its subject in a wash of unearned sentimentality. Read more

Geoff Andrew, Time Out: Nicely performed by a strong cast, especially Field and Leibman, it's often mawkishly soft, but surprisingly touching. Read more

Variety Staff, Variety: Norma Rae is that rare entity, an intelligent film with heart. Read more