Review of Ruby in Paradise (1993) by Janettasher1 — 08 Jun 2021
Victor Nuñez’s film Ruby in Paradise has gone above and beyond to make this a respected piece of artwork. Despite its peak in 1993, winning the Grand Jury acclamation at the Sundance Film Festival, its themes and cinematography are simply timeless.
Ashley Judd’s breakout role as Ruby Lee Gissing, showcased her effortless acting that is incomparable. She flees to a small beach town in Panama City, Florida, with the intentions of a freer and fulfilling life to aid her ambitions.
Nunez’s skillful organic cinematography grants the film the opportunity to effectively add depth to Ruby's character development while trying to independently navigate through the struggles of life.
This film is plentiful with themes that unapologetically defy the stereotypes that limit women. I can't help but appreciate Nuñez’s carefully crafted hardships that are the turmoil for Rubys powerful character development.
The fascinating juxtaposition of idealism and realism presented throughout perfectly grasp the raw essence navigating the foreign grounds of freedom in the real world. This film successfully immerses the audience through the concepts of womanhood, identity, and human behavior.
This review of Ruby in Paradise (1993) was written by Janettasher1 on 08 June 2021.
Ruby in Paradise has generally received positive reviews.
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