What was Thelma and Louise based off of?

What was Thelma and Louise based off of?

The friendship between Thelma and Louise mirrors writer Callie Khouri’s friendship with singer Pam Tillis. The two met when Callie was waitressing at a club in Nashville and the two became good friends. Both had creative dreams but felt stifled by the boys’ club culture of their industries.

Who was the real Thelma and Louise?

This Real-Life ‘Thelma and Louise’ Caused Mayhem Wherever They Went. First, Rose Marie Turford and Joyce Carolyn Stevens robbed at least 10 men of $250,000. Then, after being arrested and bailed, they caused more chaos dressed as nuns and strippers.

Were Thelma and Louise lovers?

So, while they start off as “straight” in the sense that they are dating and married to men, both women leave this lifestyle to be with each other. Throughout the film, Thelma and Louise become increasingly closer to the point that in the end right before their deaths, the two share a loving kiss with each other.