Steel Magnolias

In Chinquapin, Louisiana, all the upper crust ladies go to Truvy’s salon to have their hair done. Helped by her eager new assistant, Annelle (who may be still married), the outspoken, wise-cracking Truvy dispenses shampoos and free advice to her patrons: rich curmudgeon Ouiser (“I’m not crazy, I’ve just been in a bad mood for forty years”), eccentric millionaire Miss Clairee, who has a raging sweet tooth, and the local social leader, M’Lynn, whose daughter Shelby is about to marry a “good ole boy.” Alternately hilarious and deeply touching, Steel Magnolias ultimately reveals the strength and perseverance of its quirky characters. (Drama, Rated PG)