Miss Firecracker VHS Tape

Miss Firecracker (1989) is a Southern comedy-drama directed by Thomas Schlamme and starring Holly Hunter, Mary Steenburgen and Tim Robbins. Set in Yazoo City, Mississippi, the film follows Carnelle Scott, an orphaned young woman determined to win the local Miss Firecracker beauty pageant to escape her small-town reputation. As she navigates family tensions and personal insecurities, Carnelle discovers that self-worth isn't defined by a crown. With its blend of humor and heartfelt performances, Miss Firecracker offers a poignant look at identity and aspiration in the American South.