Review of Ruby in Paradise (1993) by Mykala E — 17 Mar 2009

I love this movie. I'm a huge Ashley Judd fan and this was I believe one of her first movies. It's a great debut for her and I wish more people could have seen it.

This review of Ruby in Paradise (1993) was written by Mykala E on 17 Mar 2009.

Ruby in Paradise has generally received positive reviews.

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