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Fried Green Tomatoes (Widescreen Collector's Edition)

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Kathy Bates (Actor), Mary Stuart Masterson (Actor), Jon Avnet (Director) Rated:

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Academy Award-winners Kathy Bates and Jessica Tandy star with Mary Stuart Masterson and Mary-Louise Parker in this inspiring drama adopted from Fannie Flagg's best-selling novel. When an unhappy housewife (Bates) befriends a lady in a nursing home (Tandy) she hears a remarkable tale of laughter, devotion and a special friendship that defies all obstacles in this heart-warming film from acclaimed director Jon Avnet.

Bonus Content:

Moments of Discovery: The Making of Fried Green Tomatoes

Feature Commentary with Director Jon Avnet

Jon Avnet's Director's Notes

Production Photographs

Poster Campaign

Sipsey's Recipes

Production Notes

Cast and Filmmakers

Theatrical Trailer

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Kathy Bates stars as an unhappy wife trying to get her husband's attention in this amusing and moving 1991 screen adaptation of Fannie Flagg's novel Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe. After befriending a lonely old woman (Jessica Tandy), Bates hears the story of a lifelong friendship between two other women (Mary Stuary Masterson and Mary-Louise Parker, seen in flashback) who once ran a cafe in town against many personal odds. The tale inspires Bates to take further command over her life, and there director Jon Avnet (Up Close and Personal), in his first feature, has fun with the film. Bates develops a real attitude toward her thickheaded spouse at home and some uppity girls in a parking lot, but dignity is generally the key to Avnet's approach with the story's crucial relationships. Tandy is a joy and clearly loves the element of mystery attached to her character, and Masterson and Parker are excellent in the historical sequences. --Tom Keogh

Product details

Aspect Ratio ‏ : ‎ 1.85:1
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
MPAA rating ‏ : ‎ s_medNotRated NR (Not Rated)
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.5 x 5.38 x 0.6 inches; 4 Ounces
Director ‏ : ‎ Jon Avnet
Media Format ‏ : ‎ Multiple Formats, Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Collector's Edition, Color, Dolby, NTSC, Widescreen
Run time ‏ : ‎ 2 hours and 17 minutes
Release date ‏ : ‎ February 6, 2007
Actors ‏ : ‎ Kathy Bates, Mary Stuart Masterson, Mary-Louise Parker, Jessica Tandy, Chris O'Donnell
Subtitles: ‏ : ‎ Spanish, French
Language ‏ : ‎ English (Dolby Digital 5.1), Unqualified
Studio ‏ : ‎ Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
ASIN ‏ : ‎ 6305212112
Writers ‏ : ‎ Fannie Flagg, Carol Sobieski
Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1

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Michael (Michel) White

An overall powerful message of beauty and goodness, but it also contains much ugliness, not suitable for young minds.

Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2018

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The answers to all the problems of the universe are all in this movie...every last one.
It is a beautiful story of love, pure equality, charity, and how anyone can change a great number of lives or even
the world using only the power of love, combined with charity. It contains powerfully humorous satirical messages that the world needs to wake up and hear. Contact me if you would like further clarification of how the underlying spiritual principles of this movie have healed me, and continue to heal or help any who can even have the tiniest belief that what I write is true.

In our family, we do not show this to young children. It could produce more harm than good to young minds.

21 people found this helpful

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Royal Showing

True Classic Movie in Every Since of the Manner

Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2018

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Fried Green Tomatoes is group of actors this gifted and lively tries so good natured to deliver such a well delivered message. Fried Green Tomatoes is a case of a film acted with such skill and conviction. Essentially, a story about friendship between two pairs of women, then and now, it could be classified as an intelligent woman's picture, but this truly uplifting and gratifying movie can and should be enjoyed by all. It is flawlessly acted by its four female stars.
It is a cut above superficially similar 'women's pictures'. Kathy Bates, Jessica Tandy, Mary Stuart Masterson,
Mary-Louise Parker and Cicely Tyson, All give Tour De Force Performance. Writer Fannie Flagg (novel), Fannie Flagg and Carol Sobieski (screenplay) is right on. I am male and I never tire watching the movie.

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JL Vandiver

Makes Me Cook "Fried Green Tomatoes For Supper"

Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2017

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I know this is a Very Belated Review, In Regards To The Movie Being Almost 26 Years Old Now. But as I have always caught it on TV & Had to Suffer Through Commercials & When Recorded On Uverse; I lost it when DVR went South, So I Decided To Buy The Extended Anniversary Edition Of It From "Amazon". I am "Southern Bred & Born In Georgia & Was Raised On "Fried Green Tomatoes, Okra, Cream Corn & Fried Chicken :-). I Dearly Love this Movie & Watch It at Least Once A Week__ Despite having all the Movie Channels On My Uverse Channels. Of My Top #5 Favorite Movies, I Would Place It At # 1 With 2 Others. But"" Everytime, I watch it 'I Have To get Out 4 Of My Stock Of Green Tomatoes & Fry Them Up For Supper. Out Of 4 Medium Size Green Tomatoes I Get 16 Slices. To Anyone who loves this movie 'As I', I would suggest you purchase a Copy from Amazon & see it without the Cotton Pickin Commercials & With The Added Footage. P.S. In The Extended Footage Edition In The "Added Footage Section, Mrs. Sipsey' Has A Grand Recipe For Her " Big Black Frying Pan-Fried Green Tomatoes". And 'It Aint Bad'. Thank You.

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J. West

"Ram That Car About Six Times, Evelyn!"

Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2020

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I remember watching this with my mom and sister when I was in middle school. But I only watched it few minutes of it. But now I thought this was really really good heart warming film. My favorite scene when Evelyn just about to park in the grocery store parking lot. Just when these two girls took it and Evelyn Rammed their car about six times. I was loving it. Typically it just shows you that Ruth's Ex-KKK-husband abused her and about to kidnap her baby. The storyline that the Sheriff thought Idgie did something to him but you'll see when you watch it. There is a lot of racist terms in this film. But it was like that back then but it's still happening today. Great performances and roles by Mary Stuart Masterson, Kathy Bates, Jessica Tandy, Mary-Louise Parker, Richard Riehle and Chris O'Donnell. I recommend this film to all the good hearted people out there.

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bob dismas

It's a hit: Fried Green Tomatoes times two

Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2018

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Purchased as a gift, along with the novel it was based on, for my wife's recently retired sister. Unbelievably, she claims to have never seen the film before (although my better half swears they saw it together years ago, along with sister number two). It proved to be quite the hit; but she cheated (!) by watching the movie before reading the book -- a rule in their house growing up. Needless to say, she loved the disc and now she's begun to read the novel. So, it's all worked out ... so far.

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LissaLeeAnn

Great Movie About Friendship

Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2021

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Bring out the tissues, but in a good way. Having read the book and watched this movie several times, I can honestly say it is one of my favorite stories of all time. This movie touches a person in so many ways. A precious octogenarian reminisces about the southern town where she grew up, and the adventures surrounding two feisty females. In the process a middle-aged dejected housewife finds inner strength, courage, and the motivation to meet each day with a renewed sense of self while developing a sweet friendship with the senior citizen. You will laugh, cry, get angry, and be so happy during this film. It is a must see!

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Four women, two timelines, one great story.

Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2021

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Four women, two timelines, one great story. Fried Green Tomatoes became an instant classic for a reason; fans have clambered for another story of these women because they are so interesting and unique (and they are getting their wish).

Set in the south, we follow these ladies through their lives: self discovery, friendship, love, trials, and murder. As our modern day ladies talk about the story and learn how to become a new family, the ladies of the past mirror that journey, in a time when women had far fewer opportunities, with restricting expectations. But these women never take things lightly and take us all on a charming and empowering ride.

With a star-studded cast - who in some cases became so because of the film - take a walk down memory lane. This film does not feel dated, but embraces its timelines like a warm blanket. You know these women: they are our mothers, sisters, friends... and my wife and I love spending time visiting with them from time to time. So glad we added it to our streaming library.

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A. Hollar

Wonderful movie

Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2017

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Well then, I haven't done all the reviews for stuff I bought on Amazon. Dear lord when did I even buy this? Like forever ago. This movie is a classic. Kathy Bates is great in everything she's in. After VHS became obsolete I bought this on DVD, but this VHS got some use. I would come home from work every day and make grilled cheese and tomato soup and watch this VHS. It's a timeless classic, and will always make me feel good after a crappy day.

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Kitty

The most beautiful film that I have ever seen

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 4, 2017

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The most beautiful film that I have ever seen. Top marks! Wish I could give it thrice as many stars. If you've never seen this movie before, please make sure that you do. It's definitely a 'must see'! It's about friendship, love and compassion. It does have it's sad moments, however, I feel that it ends on a hopeful note. All the laughs in between are worth everything. This stopped being a movie and became a work of art by the end. Loved every moment of it! Delivery was speedy and the DVD is in perfect condition. Thank you!

14 people found this helpful

CCR

A must watch for all young women

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 26, 2020

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This is amongst my top ten films of all time possibly top three. The narrative weaves back and forth between modern day when a middle aged Evelyn (Kathy Bates) meets by accident and elderly Lady Ninny (Jessica Tandy) who begins to tell her a story form the past. The film switches back and forth and by listening to the story of the town of whislt stop and the lives of the people Evelyn begins to reevaluate her life.
The script is funny and poignant without being overly sentimental and the acting is fabulous with a predominately female cast and all characters giving good performances.
I have watched it lots of times and shared it with many female friends. A really good movie for women and I think even men would not be bored by it as it’s witty in places.

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A. Non

Heartbreaking, Hilarious Historical Drama

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 10, 2013

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Every time I watch this wonderful film, I see something new.

It begins with Evelyn Couch (Kathy Bates), an unhappy housewife - trampled on by almost everyone she meets - going to visit her husband's aunt in a nursing home. We don't meet the aunt, but the impression given is that to call the aunt "cantankerous" is to put it mildly. And she doesn't like Evelyn. While waiting for her husband, Evelyn meets Ninny Threadgoode (Jessica Tandy), who - over the course of several meetings - tells Evelyn the story of the hamlet of Whistle Stop, now a ghost-town, and the people who lived there.

The main story Ninny shares with Evelyn centres around tomboy Idgie Threadgoode (Mary Stuart Masterson), and Ruth Jamison (Mary Louise Parker), and their relationship and the complications that follow. Meanwhile, learning of Ruth and Idgie encourages the repressed Evelyn to take charge of her own life in ways that vary from the small, to the sublime, to the side-splittingly funny.

The performances are wonderfully strong, bringing each character to three-dimensional life. Jessica Tandy as Ninny is the kind of grandmother-figure we'd all want: spry, with a twinkle in her eye and a story to tell. Kathy Bates as Evelyn begins as a pitiable woman but - after passing through a wild phase, "Towanda!" (it'll make sense once you've seen the film!) - she grows into a more mature, stronger woman. Mary Stuart Masterson portrays Idgie as a free-spirit who grows into responsibility. Mary Louise Parker plays Ruth with quiet strength and dignity. And we can't forget Cicely Tyson's turn as Sipsey, the wry cook at the Whistle Stop Café.

At it's heart, this is a story about life, and about the small triumphs and tragedies that befall us. It's a story of friendship, and love, and family.

That may sound clichéd, but "Fried Green Tomatoes" is not a clichéd film. It's one of those rare films that manages to walk the fine line between drama and comedy, laughter and tears, and makes the audience connect with and feel for the characters without over-egging the pathos-pudding. It's a film that can make you cry watching a scene between Ruth and Idgie, only minutes before Evelyn does something in her bid for emancipation from boredom, and you're laughing again.

This film can be enjoyed by people all ages, whether male or female.

The film's rated PG, and there are dark themes consistent with the period of the 1920s-1930s, the setting of rural Alabama, and (sadly) with life in general, for example spousal abuse, racism, and death.

I'd give it 5-Stars, for a film that draws you into the entirely realistic world it creates, touches all emotions deeply, and refuses to be forgotten.

13 people found this helpful

Geoffrey Woollard

I cannot recommend it highly enough: it's very close to being the greatest film of all time

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 13, 2013

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I'm a simple person and I like simple things. Fried Green Tomatoes (set in Alabama in the 1920s, 1930s and 1980s) is right up my simple street despite others seeing complications where I seem to see mere simplicity. To my simple mind, the film is just as good as the book (by Fannie Flagg) if not better (though I advise reading the book as well). The plot itself is complicated and one needs to watch the film several times in order to 'get' it. But that's a major advantage for every time one watches the film one sees more and more - the sadness, the joy, the period charm, great characters and great character acting, hilarious moments that morph into marvellously moving scenes as well as surprises upon surprises. I first watched this film several years ago and am regretful that I haven't written a review of it before today. Well, having watched it again today, here's some catching up and I simply want to award it ten stars but Amazon won't let me. Therefore, this ten-star film gets Amazon's simple best - a mere five stars. I cannot recommend it highly enough: it's very close to being the greatest film of all time. Get it now and watch it time after time: you'll be like me and never tire of simple perfection.

9 people found this helpful

Jane

HEART WARMINGLY GREAT

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 3, 2018

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An epic movie, great acting and a great plot. It's one of my top movies and I can watch it time and time again, I never tire of it. It has dated fantastically well and would make a great addition to a DVD collection - especially for the ladies. Arrived in perfect condition and within the delivery timescale.

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