Format	Film (DVD, VHS)
Title	Fried Green Tomatoes
Year of Release	(1991) Universal Pictures
MPAA Rating	PG-13
Concepts (Subconcepts)	Human growth and development; interpersonal relationships; human sexuality; (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender lifestyles); internal dynamics of families; (family violence);
Language	English
Summary of Film or Television Series premise	“Evelyn Couch is having trouble in her marriage, and no one seems to take her seriously. While in a nursing home visiting relatives, she meets Ninny Threadgoode, an outgoing old woman, who tells her the story of Idgie Threadgoode, a young woman in 1920's Alabama. Through Idgie's inspiring life, Evelyn learns to be more assertive and builds a lasting friendship of her own with Ninny.” (www.IMDB.com)
Description of Clip (if applicable) and length	Feature film [130 min.]
Teaching Activities	Discussion, guided observation, written assignment (used in the class, Family Issues in Gerontology)
Audience	Students over 18
Contributor	Janice G. Weber*, Higher education faculty/instructor (337) 482-6096 *Contact contributor for more information about the use of this clip/teaching idea.
Links for Additional Information	Internet Movie Database: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0101921/ Yahoo Movies: http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/1800171038/info
Entry date	October 27, 2006