Review of Ruby in Paradise (1993) by Leebroaddus — 11 Oct 2021
Ruby in Paradise is a beautiful and intimate look at a young woman starting her journey toward independence. Director Victor Nunez perfectly captures the nuances of the main character Ruby Lee Gissing who is portrayed by Ashley Judd.
Judd is endearing as Ruby and you are able to see her grow through the new relationships that she garners throughout her time in Panama City Beach, Florida. Ruby leaves her turbulent past in Tennessee for the white sand beaches of Panama City Beach and she is yearning for a break from her tribulations.
She begins working at a gift shop right by the beach and the people that she comes into contact with help her find out who she is and how she can make her own paradise. Ruby in Paradise is a beautiful, patient, and warm coming-of-age story that shows how you are able to write your own story regardless of the past.
This review of Ruby in Paradise (1993) was written by Leebroaddus on 11 Oct 2021.
Ruby in Paradise has generally received positive reviews.
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