awsome movie. role models are fairly good idgy (mary stuart masterson) starts out as a thief but then learns that stealing is bad.
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Not age appropriate for kids under 12, age appropriate for kids over 13; suggested age 13. -
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Common Sense says
Stirring, sizzling serving of female empowerment.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 13 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Fried Green Tomatoes
Parents need to know that this film is heartwarming but also contains many violent and scary scenes that are probably too much for young kids. Several characters die, including main characters, which may be difficult for sensitive kids or kids who have lost a loved one. The KKK has a presence in the film, whipping one character and threatening another. One main character suffers spousal abuse while pregnant. The film offers plenty of comeuppance for the bad guys, though, and focuses on the empowerment of women through their bold actions. Also of note: The subtext is that Idgy and Ruth are lesbian partners, though the film never shows anything that would make that clear.
Read our full review by Heather Boerner
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about empowerment in the characters' lives. Many had to stray from the good opinions of others to feel empowered. Is ignoring your critics a good idea sometimes? Was it a good idea for Idgy? Was it good for Ruth? Why or why not? Ruth is also abused by her husband, which may be a good opportunity for parents to talk to kids about what's acceptable in relationships and how to identify someone who's abusive.
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- I rate this title on for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
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- Good role models
one of the best
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
Great Movie!!
This movie is about an old lady that tells stories about her exciting life with her friend. The language isn't that bad the worst it can get is the b-word. There is not one sex scene and nothing even about it. There is no blood or gore. It's a pretty good movie and I suggest it.
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