Contains material related to the color documentary Strangers and Kin, a 1984 release. The film traces the evolution of the "hillbilly" image through Hollywood films, network news and entertainment shows, and dramatic renderings of popular literature. In interviews contemporary Appalachians comment on how stereotypes are created, reinforced, and sometimes used to rationalize exploitation. Subjects include Appalachian stereotypes in mass media and social conditions in the Appalachian region.