The ancient prophet/servant of the Lord Fried green tomatoes were the house specialty at the Whistle Stop Cafe in Alabama during the 1930s. Evelyn is suffering through the growing pains of a midlife crisis when she and her husband come across the quaint Depression-era ghost of a town called Whistle Stop. Their destination is a nearby retirement home where Evelyn quite by chance meets octogenarian Ninny Threadgoode.

Evelyn is unhappy with herself and dissatisfied with her marriage. Sensing Evelyn's depression, Mrs. Threadgoode decides to lift her spirits by reminiscing about two Depression-era women whose friendship gave meaning and purpose to their lives.

Mrs. Threadgoode, a former resident of Whistle Stop, relates the captivating story of two women and the bonds of friendship that trans…