Fried Green Tomatoes (1991)

Fried Green Tomatoes portrays a deeply intimate and enduring bond between Idgie and Ruth, which, while not explicitly labeled, functions as the emotional core of the narrative. Their relationship is depicted with dignity and complexity, affirming the worth of their non-traditional partnership against external challenges.

The film critiques hypocrisy and judgmentalism within some Christian communities, particularly the Ladies' Aid society, but does not condemn the faith itself. Instead, it champions virtues like love, compassion, and justice through its main characters, aligning with the dignity of faith despite unconventional expressions.