Added to Netflix on Tuesday, Jul 2, 2024 In this heartwarming drama, a housewife named Evelyn befriends Ninny, an elderly woman in a nursing home, who shares stories of her adventurous sister-in-law Idgie and her friend Ruth in 1920s Alabama, inspiring Evelyn to make positive changes in her own life.
You can watch “Fried Green Tomatoes” on Netflix in Canada.
Length: 2h 10m
Genre: Drama
This Title is: Heartwarming, Nostalgic, Uplifting
Cast
Kathy Bates, Jessica Tandy, Mary Stuart Masterson, Mary-Louise Parker, Chris O’Donnell
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: PG-13 – Some thematic elements, language, and violence.
Trivia
- The film is based on Fannie Flagg’s novel “Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe”.
- The Whistle Stop Cafe was a real-life location in Juliette, Georgia, where the movie was filmed.
- Jessica Tandy, who played Ninny, was nominated for an Academy Award for her role.
Trailer
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Fried Green Tomatoes is a beautifully crafted story that weaves together themes of friendship, resilience, and personal growth. The acting is superb, particularly from Kathy Bates and Jessica Tandy, who bring their characters to life with depth and warmth. The storyline, enriched by nostalgic flashbacks, is engaging and heartwarming. Visually, the film captures the essence of a small Southern town, enhancing its nostalgic charm. Overall, it’s a thoroughly entertaining and uplifting experience that leaves a lasting impression.
