Scenes from the Blackjewel Miners Blockade

This documentary captures the events surrounding the Blackjewel coal company's bankruptcy announcement in July 2019. Miners faced abrupt job loss, as they were told to stop working mid-shift and received bounced paychecks. In response, they organized a blockade by camping on train tracks to protest the company's actions.

The film highlights the solidarity among miners and community members, including queer regional organizers who provided support at the encampment. It serves as a visual record of labor activism and community resilience in a pivotal moment for coal mining in Appalachia. Filmmaker Sarah Moyer, who resides in Kentucky, documents this significant strike, making the film a vital piece of contemporary labor history.