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5 Reasons Why "Steel Magnolias" Is A True Classic

"Laughter through tears is my favorite emotion."

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5 Reasons Why "Steel Magnolias" Is A True Classic
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If you have never seen the movie "Steel Magnolias," then you are seriously missing out on a true classic. "Steel Magnolias" is hands-down my favorite movie ever; however, I cannot watch it regularly because it makes me so emotional. I think anyone that has lost a loved one can relate. But regardless of how upset some parts make me, it never fails to bring joy to my heart when I watch it.

1. The raw friendship revealed, in all honesty, is so beautiful, and not to mention, funny. I love all of the witty comments made throughout the movie by all of the leading ladies.

2. Umm, Ouiser... need I say more? Her hilarious rants make the movie that much funnier and special. Despite all of her exterior hardness, you can't help but love her.

3. Shelby and M'Lynn's relationship. I love a touching mother-daughter relationship in movies, it is usually one of my favorite parts, and something I hold dear. Julia Roberts and Sally Fields give a wonderful representation of the beauty of a mother's love for her daughter.

4. The humor. It does not matter how many times I see this movie, I will laugh at the same things every single time, and to me, this is what makes a good movie.

5. Lastly, the famous cemetery scene, or as I prefer to it as, "the reason I cannot watch this movie every day." I have never heard anyone give such a perfect description of how it feels to lose someone you love. This scene makes me cry every time I watch it, and probably will continue to do so for the rest of my life. I feel as though I am right back into the "grieving stage" again as I watch this movie. But luckily, we are given a good laugh in the same scene, which makes it that much sweeter.


I love "Steel Magnolias," and I do not think this movie gets enough credit. I know in the South it is a staple, but I think everyone should acknowledge this movie for what it is, a true American classic.

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