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The title refers to those seemingly frail Southern belles who survive any and all deprivations through whims of iron. Robert Harling's original stage play was set exclusively in a Louisiana beauty parlor where an all-female cast of characters laughed, cried and compared menfolk. The film expands the playing field by including .. Read more

Starring	Julia Roberts, Sally Field, Dolly Parton, Shirley MacLaine
Director	Herbert Ross
Genres	Drama

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- Slickly made, sentimental account of marriage and motherhood that provides some meaty roles for the assembled actresses.
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- - Halliwell's Film Guide
  - 02 Mar 2006 at 15:41
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  Fantastic
  
  An odd combination of actors and actresses but they definitely gel well together. The story of friendship, love and the mother daughter relationship.
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  - 3girlsonfilm
  - 145 reviews
  - cambridge
  - 09 Apr 2005 at 15:26
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  A classic
  
  what a classic
  
  beautifully made
  
  heartbreaking
  
  great cast
  
  a great film
  
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  - Exeter, England
  - 17 Jan 2012 at 08:11
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  One you have to watch
  
  One of the great films in my top films list.
  
  Totally recommend to all. I like all sorts of films, but it is a bit of a chic flic, But it is a film I ... read more »
  
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- - Nellybird
  - 4 reviews
  - 05 Jan 2012 at 09:47
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  one of many tear felt movies
  
  Loved the cast, at times slow but compelling and heart felt. one of the best movies to see when you have broken up with your guy and want some friends over for ... read more »
  
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- - sweetlikechocolate
  - 13 reviews
  - Darlington, county durham
  - 17 Dec 2010 at 12:41
- - 2
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  Truly moving.
  
  This is a truly moving film with many moments of laughter and tears. A must see for all you dramatic/comedy lovers out there.
  
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  - gdon
  - 18 reviews
  - Stoke-on-Trent
  - 06 Jun 2010 at 18:44
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  Steel Magnolias - ladies night in chic flic
  
  Alhough the storyline isnt too exciting, you warm to the characters. Sad ending that will leave you in tears, but good chic flic to watch with girlfriends in ... read more »
  
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  - Ipswich
  - 13 May 2010 at 11:23
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  Loved it!
  
  This film was so lovely. Really good cast, so funny and so sad. Rent this if you like a good chick flick. I love Ouiser!!
  
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- - KB13
  - 44 reviews
  - Aberdeen
  - 08 Jun 2009 at 13:39
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  Great Film
  
  A lovely film with a very touching and sad story that will make you cry.
  
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  - Birmingham
  - 27 Feb 2009 at 22:44
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  steel magnolias
  
  definately a chick flick - not bad, great cast. not as good as i thought it was going to be. bit of a tear jerker at times - worth watching just to laugh at ... read more »
  
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  - Skelmersdale
  - 24 Nov 2008 at 23:11
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  Depressing!
  
  A bit too depressing but very good. Mostly because the cast is superb with Shirley McLain above all.
  
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  - London
  - 13 Nov 2008 at 10:42
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  Bliss.
  
  You have to see this. You just have to.
  
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- - liam4mail
  - 4 reviews
  - Sheffield
  - 12 Oct 2008 at 04:05
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- - 6
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  Fantastic
  
  An odd combination of actors and actresses but they definitely gel well together. The story of friendship, love and the mother daughter relationship.
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- 330307
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  - 3girlsonfilm
  - 145 reviews
  - cambridge
  - 09 Apr 2005 at 15:26
- - 3
  - 2
  Not as good as hoped
  
  I found it alright, but really didn't get involved. Although there were numerous big named actresses the characters let them down.
  
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- - Emily24
  - Surrey
  - 16 Mar 2004 at 13:36
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  Heart warming
  
  Classic 80s, easy to watch. Perfect night in when the old man's out. Check out the hair, fabulous !
  
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- - Collette
  - Plymouth
  - 27 Jan 2006 at 14:39
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  Great rainy day chick flick
  
  I love this movie and could watch it over and over again. Fields and Roberts not to mention the golden oldies in this one give some of their most memorable ... read more »
  
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- - straycatz
  - Berks
  - 06 Dec 2004 at 22:16
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  Truly moving.
  
  This is a truly moving film with many moments of laughter and tears. A must see for all you dramatic/comedy lovers out there.
  
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  - gdon
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  - Stoke-on-Trent
  - 06 Jun 2010 at 18:44
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  steel magnolias
  
  This is a pleasant viewing with some good acting by Sally Field - a bit of a weepy - but a nice 'girlie ' film
  
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  - March Cambs
  - 21 Aug 2008 at 19:34
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  Modern classic
  
  A modern classic, with some excellent performance by the strong female leads.
  
  Comic and tragic in turn, gauranteed to make you laugh and cry. An 80s... read more »
  
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  - Yorkshire, England
  - 26 Aug 2004 at 13:51
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  Girl power!
  
  The costumes date this movie but the theme is classic. Quite simply, it explores the powerful friendships and loyalties that exist between women. Excellent ... read more »
  
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- - Alicia Rudzka
  - Kent, England
  - 03 Dec 2004 at 00:27
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  Classic
  
  Stunning ensemble film but beginning to show its age.
  
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  - Scotland
  - 05 Jan 2005 at 18:20
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  Excellent Movie
  
  Exceptional acting by Julia Roberts, Shirley McClaine and Doly Parton. A good movie to watch in the afternoon for your tea. Was truly moved. Shirley Davies ... read more »
  
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- - Sandra Ibiayo
  - Edmonton Green, London
  - 30 Jan 2005 at 10:19

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- Steel Magnolias
  
  The title refers to those seemingly frail Southern belles who survive any and all deprivations through whims of iron. Robert Harling's original stage play was set exclusively in a Louisiana beauty parlor where an all-female cast of characters laughed, cried and compared menfolk. The film expands ...