Steel Magnolias is a 1989 American comedy drama film directed by Herbert Ross about six women in a small Southern town sharing gossip, solving problems at the local beauty parlor, and anchoring each other through life’s ups and downs. The screenplay by gay writer, Robert Harling, is based on his 1987 play of the same name and the life of his sister, Susan Harling Robinson, who died in 1985 of complications from type 1 diabetes.
UQFF Year-Round, Utah Queer Film Festival
UQFF Pass Pick Up Screening: Steel Magnolias
Wed, November 4, 2026 at 7:00 pm
Utah Film Center 375 W 400 N (west entrance)
FREE
FILM +
Steel Magnolias is often regarding as Dolly Parton’s finest cinematic performance and a notable classic for the gay community due to its themes of chosen family and life within a beauty salon.
This film is presented in honor of Dolly Parton’s passing will be preceded by UQFF Festival Pass pick up.
Directed by Herbert Ross
Runtime: 117 MIN
Year: 1989
Country: United States
Rating: PG
Language: English
Film type: Dramatic
Cast: Sally Field, Dolly Parton, Shirley MacLaine
Awards
Julia Roberts, Best Supporting Actress – Motion Picture-1989 Golden Globe Awards
Favorite Dramatic Motion Picture-1990 People’s Choice Awards
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