Salt of the Earth (film)

"Salt of the Earth" is a 1954 film directed by Herbert J. Biberman, notable for its social and political themes. It tells the story of a group of Mexican-American zinc miners who strike for better working conditions and wages. The film highlights issues such as labor rights, gender equality, and racial discrimination. It was groundbreaking for its time, featuring an all- Latino cast and addressing serious themes related to class struggle and social justice. Despite facing censorship and controversy, it has since gained recognition as an important work in American independent cinema and labor activism.