Steel Magnolias 4K 1989 Ultra HD 2160p

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Experience the timeless charm and enduring bond of friendship with 'Steel Magnolias' (1989) in stunning 4K resolution. Directed by Herbert Ross and based on Robert Harling's acclaimed play, this heartfelt drama-comedy transports viewers to the charming town of Chinquapin, Louisiana. Follow the lives of six resilient Southern women—played by an ensemble cast of Hollywood legends—as they navigate love, loss, and laughter in the face of life's greatest challenges. From the wise and witty salon owner Truvy, portrayed with warmth by Dolly Parton, to the fiercely protective mother M'Lynn, depicted with emotional depth by Sally Field, each character brings a unique perspective to the fabric of their small community. As they gather at the local beauty salon to share stories, offer support, and weather the storms of life together, 'Steel Magnolias' celebrates the strength, resilience, and enduring power of female friendship in the face of adversity.

Review 4K Movie

This wonderful comedy drama romance tells the tale of a close knit group of six Southern women (of varying ages) in a small Louisiana town. The film gives us a glimpse into their daily lives over a period of several years, their laughter, their joy, and their tears, all through the lens of their enduring friendship.

Here are the six magnolias...

M'Lynne (Sally Field)...perhaps the steeliest of all the magnolias, who has a bittersweet relationship with her grown daughter

Shelby (Julia Roberts)...everyone's favorite girl next door, M'Lynne's endearing, diabetic daughter; we see her planning her very pink wedding (wait till you see the groom's cake!) and charting a difficult path, given her medical history

Truvy (Dolly Parton)...the married but lonely hairdresser with the heart of gold, who owns and operates Trudy's Beauty Parlor, center of social life for these ladies, site of gossip, teasing quips, and comfort

Ouisser (Shirley MacLaine)...the sarcastic spinster and cantankerous comic relief who is frequently seen carting her little dog around and exchanging barbs with her Old Nemesis, M'Lynne's husband, Drum

Clairee (Olympia Dukakis)...the charming, gossiping widow and town bigwig

Annelle (Daryl Hannah)...the shy, awkward new girl in town, who has a mysterious past and lands a job at the beauty parlor, under Truvy's mentoring

Through these six, we see the strength that lies behind the legendary Southern lady's charm (well, maybe Ouisser's not that charming!) and supposed flower fragility, their humor, their optimism, their faith, and above all, their banding together and supporting each other in the face of adversity.

I understand that this movie is based on a well known play by a famous Louisiana playwright. The women depicted in the film are by and large good Christian, church going folk, which is laudable. My initial reaction was to blame Hollywood for mocking Annelle's newfound deep faith and having her act as though she hadn't a clue in her dim witted Southern head. The playwright may have intended to cast her as going overboard and being too judgmental. If so, I personally don't consider this a kind or necessary depiction, and find Annelle to be very sincere and kind hearted.

However, otherwise this is simply a "funny tearjerker" and a great movie.