Common Sense Note
Parents need to know that Steel Magnolias handles some mature material, including a mother watching her adult daughter die. Plus there are plenty of scatological epithets, and one woman curses a blue streak. The women also gossip relentlessly. Women may seem to rule the roost, but this is genteel Louisiana -- gender roles are firmly in place. Also, very few people of color appear. But this is ultimately an emotional, heartwarming story about friendship, family, and lifelong bonds.
Sexual
Content
Shelby's fiancé surprises her when she's bathing.
Violence
Not applicable
Language
Plenty of scatological epithets, and one crusty woman curses a blue streak.
Social
Behavior
Women may seem to rule the roost, but this is genteel Louisiana -- gender roles are firmly in place. Very few people of color appear. These women gossip mercilessly -- as one says (using the famous quote) "If you haven't anything nice to say, come sit by me."
Consumerism
Not applicable
Drugs / Tobacco /
Alcohol
Not applicable