West Blocton: Small Town, Big Heart

In 1884, a small town was founded in Alabama.  This film tells the story of that town and its residents, both past and present.

West Blocton: Small Town, Big Heart is a documentary about a small town in Alabama called West Blocton. In its time, it was one of the largest coal mining towns in the United States. Watch as you are transported back in time with authentic pictures of a by-gone era and exclusive interviews with people who lived to see West Blocton as a booming coal mining town. The Commander of Air Force One who flew President Kennedy to Dallas on November 22nd, 1963 was from West Blocton. See what NFL player currently lives in West Blocton. See how coal mining is making a comeback in this small town and what the future holds for West Blocton. Set to an emotional soundtrack, a musical score with true southern songs, this documentary will move your heart.