The 1979 crossword solution for the term 'NORMA ___' is RAE, a three letter word. Norma Rae is a 1979 American drama film directed by Martin Ritt and starring Sally Field in the title role. The film tells the story of a factory worker from a small town in Alabama who becomes an activist for better working conditions in her workplace. The film was nominated for several Academy Awards, including Best Actress for Sally Field, and won two Oscars for Best Screenplay and Best Actress.