Coal Miner's Daughter

This 4K Ultra HD edition of Coal Miner’s Daughter is nothing short of spectacular. The upgrade brings this beloved biographical drama to life with breathtaking clarity and color depth, honoring both the emotional gravity of the story and its stunning performances. The 4K transfer is exceptional: rich textures, vibrant hues, and impeccable sharpness make every scene feel immediate and immersive. From the dusty hollers of rural Appalachia to the dazzling lights of the big stage, the picture quality deeply enhances the film’s cinematic heart. The audio mix is equally strong, with crisp dialogue and a warm, nuanced soundtrack that beautifully supports the musical performances. Speaking of performances — Sissy Spacek delivers an unforgettable, award‑winning portrayal, capturing Loretta Lynn’s grit, vulnerability, and raw talent with breathtaking authenticity. Tommy Lee Jones is equally compelling, grounding the film with emotional resonance and depth. Every note sung and every challenge faced feels real, heartfelt, and deeply human. This 4K Ultra HD edition is an essential upgrade for fans of classic cinema and musical biography alike. It’s a powerful story, masterfully told — and now presented in stunning detail that does full justice to this timeless gem. Highly recommended!

Great movie

To me, the success of a film biography isn't whether fans of the personality will watch the movie; they will, whether it is any good, or not...the true measure of success is how the film captures an audience who DON'T know the person, and wins their hearts. "Coal Miner's Daughter" does this, better than nearly any other 'biopic', and the film is as passionate and wonderful today as it was in 1980. There are several reasons for the film's 'staying' power; first, British director Michael Apted, making his first American feature, brought an unbiased eye to the lifestyle of poor but proud rural America. Eschewing the clichés of the "Smokey and the Bandit" and "Dukes of Hazzards" stereotypes, he cast many 'locals' in the film, and attempted to recreate, as realistically as possible, the world Loretta Webb/Lynn knew so well. Second, the film boasts not one or two, but three powerhouse supporting performances. Tommy Lee Jones, who Apted picked over Harrison Ford, is a revelation as Doolittle 'Mooney' Lynn. With only a handful of credits when the film was released, he demonstrated the dazzling combination of humor and sensitivity that would eventually win him a place as one of our finest actors. Levon Helm, making his dramatic debut as Loretta's father, Ted, is even more impressive. Low-key, but irresistible, he offers so much love and power in his portrayal that it's easy to see why he would remain influential to his superstar daughter, long after his passing. In a brief but sparkling portrayal, Beverly D'Angelo channels Patsy Cline to perfection (I may be alone in my opinion, but I prefer her portrayal over Jessica Lange's, in "Sweet Dreams"). With earthy charm and worldliness, she would change Loretta's image from 'cowgirl' to 'royalty', and her shocking, early death would shatter Loretta, much as it would for everyone who loved her. Of course, without a strong, charismatic performance in the lead, nothing else would matter, and Sissy Spacek is nothing less than spectacular! Handpicked by Loretta Lynn, herself, from a photograph (Spacek would admit that she felt 'wrong' for the role, and uncomfortable about Lynn proclaiming the actress as "her" choice on national TV, but as she was preparing to turn it down, "Coal Miner's Daughter" came on a 'classical' radio station she was listening to, and she suddenly knew she was 'meant' to play the part!) Contrary to popular opinion, she had to learn Lynn's Southern accent, and spent grueling weeks learning how to sing her signature tunes (including a week with Loretta, herself). The end results are stunning! Despite only a passing resemblance, Spacek so totally captured the talent, vulnerability, feistiness, and strength of Loretta Lynn that she won the 1980 'Best Actress' Oscar (over Gena Rowlands, Ellen Burstyn, Goldie Hawn, and Mary Tyler Moore), and is still identified with the role, today. I knew little of Country Music in 1980, and even less about Loretta Lynn, but the film captured my heart...and after 25 years, it still moves me! "Coal Miner's Daughter" IS a CLASSIC!

Love the movie

A must see. True story of Loretta Lynn. You don't have to be a fan of Loretta to be moved by her story.

Love this movie. I honestly don't remember purchasing it online. But it is one of my favorites

Great

One of the most fun bio pics I've ever seen! A great 4k transfer on a really well-done film.

□「キャリー」で鮮烈な印象を与えたシシー・スペイセクさん。個性的な容貌で選ばれていたと勝手におもっていましたが、この作品を観て見直しました。エンターテイナーとして実力のある女優さんでした。後で有名になったトミー・リー・ジョーンズさんも、才能では彼女にかなわないかな。撮影監督：ラルフ・ボードの力量もあり、きちっとした手抜きのない作品です。今流の映画よりも、この様な映画のほうが創るのはむずかしいでしょう。一見の価値ありです。

Wonderful performances from a lot of well known faces in their younger days. The music is very old fashioned bluegrass related but the music bumps along with a lot of energy and fun .

Good story. One ive watched more than once.

私はカントリーやブルーグラスが好きなので、試しに観てみたら大ヒット作でした。 実際にカントリー界で活躍していた歌手の自伝です。ストーリーは淡々と地味に進んでいきますが、中々味があり、所々で流れるカントリーがたまりません。若き日のトミー・リー・ジョーンズが渋いです。 音楽がかなり気に入ったので、モデルになった方のCDと、作中実際に女優さんが歌っているサウンドトラックを購入しちゃいました。

liked this, not disappointed