Which 1980 biographical film about Loretta Lynn stars Sissy Spacek?

The 1980 biographical film about Loretta Lynn starring Sissy Spacek is Coal Miner’s Daughter.

Directed by Michael Apted, the film follows Lynn from her childhood in rural Kentucky through her early marriage and rise as one of country music’s most influential singers. It is based on Lynn’s 1976 autobiography, Coal Miner’s Daughter, written with journalist George Vecsey. Tommy Lee Jones plays her husband, Mooney Lynn, and Beverly D’Angelo portrays singer Patsy Cline.

The production used Lynn’s own recordings for some musical material, while Spacek performed many of the songs herself. Spacek’s close attention to Lynn’s voice, mannerisms, and stage presence helped make the performance especially convincing. She won the Academy Award for Best Actress, and the film also received nominations for Best Picture and Adapted Screenplay.

The title comes from Lynn’s identity and upbringing as the daughter of a Kentucky coal miner. It is sometimes confused with Sweet Dreams, the 1985 biographical film about Patsy Cline, which also features a major country-music performance.