Question: Thurmond is a town in Fayette County, West Virginia, on the New River, the town was the filming location for which 1987 American drama film written and directed by John Sayles?
Sentence (from "Matewan"): Matewan ( ) is a 1987 American drama film written and directed by John Sayles, and starring Chris Cooper (in his film debut), James Earl Jones, Mary McDonnell and Will Oldham, with David Strathairn, Kevin Tighe and Gordon Clapp in supporting roles.
Relevant evidence: Yes