Steel Magnolias (1989)

Robert Harling adapted and expanded his stage hit, a character study set in small town Louisiana that celebrates friendship among a group of strong willed women who discuss their lives, especially the shortcomings of their men at Truvys beauty salon. Julia Roberts earned her first Oscar nomination as Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of stubborn Shelby. Harling costars as the minister. Directors Herbert Ross Production year 1989 Rating PG Studio Columbia Pictures Industries Inc. Runtime 118 minutes Cast Sally Field, Dolly Parton, Shirley MacLaine, Julia Roberts, Olympia Dukakis