“Fried Green Tomatoes at The Whistle Stop Cafe” (S1 E115)
“Fried Green Tomatoes at The Whistle Stop Cafe” is a 1991 American comedy-drama film based on the 1987 novel “Fried Green Tomatoes at The Whistle Stop Cafe” by Fannie Flagg. Directed by Jon Avnet and written by Flagg and Carol Sobieski, it stars Kathy Bates, Jessica Tandy, Mary Stuart Masterson, and Mary-Louise Parker. It tells the story of a Depression-era relationship between two women, Ruth and Idgie, and a 1980s friendship between Evelyn, a middle-aged housewife, and Ninny, an elderly woman. The centerpiece and parallel story concerns the murder of Ruth’s abusive husband, Frank, and the accusations that follow.
Released December 27, 1991, the film received a generally positive reception from critics and grossed $119 million worldwide. It was nominated for two Oscars at the 64th Academy Awards: Best Supporting Actress (Tandy) and Best Adapted Screenplay.
(Reference: “Fried Green Tomatoes at The Whistle Stop Cafe” (film) c/o Wikipedia)
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