10 Biopics of Girls from Small Towns

Description: This film chronicles the life of Loretta Lynn, a country music legend who rose from poverty in Butcher Holler, Kentucky, to become one of the most influential figures in music history.

Fact: Sissy Spacek won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Loretta Lynn. The film was also nominated for Best Picture.

Description: This film follows the formation of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League during World War II, focusing on the lives of several small-town girls turned athletes.

Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life league, and many of the actresses underwent extensive baseball training. Tom Hanks' famous line, "There's no crying in baseball," became iconic.

Description: Julia Roberts stars as Erin Brockovich, a single mother with no legal training who takes on a powerful energy corporation, showcasing the power of determination from a small-town background.

Fact: The real Erin Brockovich made a cameo appearance in the film. Julia Roberts won an Oscar for Best Actress for this role.

Description: Although not a traditional biopic, this film captures the essence of a small-town girl, Andy Sachs, navigating the high-stakes world of fashion in New York City.

Fact: The character of Miranda Priestly was loosely based on Vogue editor Anna Wintour. The film was a box office success, grossing over $326 million worldwide.

Description: While not strictly about a girl, this film tells the story of Michael Oher, whose life was transformed by a family from a small town, highlighting the impact of community support.

Fact: Sandra Bullock won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her role as Leigh Anne Tuohy. The film was based on the book by Michael Lewis.

Description: While Margaret Thatcher was not from a small town, her journey from a grocer's daughter to Britain's first female Prime Minister embodies the spirit of overcoming humble beginnings.

Fact: Meryl Streep won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Thatcher. The film was criticized by some for its portrayal of Thatcher's later years.

Description: Jennifer Lawrence stars as Ree Dolly, a teenage girl from the Ozarks who must find her missing father to save her family's home, showcasing resilience in rural America.

Fact: Jennifer Lawrence's performance earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. The film was shot on location in the Ozark Mountains.

Description: Set in the 1960s, this film tells the story of African-American maids in Mississippi, highlighting the journey of Skeeter, a small-town girl who writes a book about their experiences.

Fact: The film was adapted from Kathryn Stockett's best-selling novel. It received four Academy Award nominations.

Description: Sally Field delivers an unforgettable performance as Norma Rae, a textile worker from a small town who becomes a labor activist, fighting for workers' rights.

Fact: Sally Field won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her role. The film was inspired by the true story of Crystal Lee Sutton.

Description: This documentary follows Jackie Siegel, a former beauty queen from a small town, as she and her billionaire husband attempt to build the largest private home in America, facing economic downturns.

Fact: The film was initially intended to be a light-hearted look at wealth but evolved into a poignant story of financial crisis. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.