King Coal

2023· 78 min★ 6.8· Documentary

The cultural roots of coal continue to permeate the rituals of daily life in Appalachia even as its economic power wanes. The journey of a coal miner’s daughter exploring the region’s dreams and myths, untangling the pain and beauty, as her community sits on the brink of massive change.

Cast: Elaine McMillion Sheldon, Lanie Marsh, Gabrielle Wilson

Director: Elaine McMillion Sheldon