Rita’s journey shows how a personal complaint about pay can turn into a revolutionary movement for social change. A Must-Watch Historical Gem
In the film, we meet (played brilliantly by Sally Hawkins), a fictional amalgamation of the real women who led the strike. The women worked in a segregated department, sewing seat covers for cars, and were classified as "unskilled" (Grade B) workers, earning significantly less than men performing similar duties. Made in Dagenham
Made in Dagenham is a touching tribute to working-class heroines. It shines a light on a piece of history that, unfortunately, many people didn't learn in school. Rita’s journey shows how a personal complaint about