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Ruby In Paradise (1994)
Released By: Republic Pictures Home Video   Rating: R   In Theaters: N/A
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Studio: Republic Pictures Home Video
Genre: Drama
MPAA Rating: R
Director: Victor Nunez
Language: English
Official Website: N/A
Theatrical Release: N/A
Home Video Release: N/A
Cast: Todd Field, Ashley Judd, Bentley Mitchum, Allison Dean
Published ID: 2429
UPC: N/A
Plot: Florida-based independent filmmaker Victor Nuñez gave young actress Ashley Judd her breakthrough role with his original script about a woman taking to the road to escape her past and forge a new future for herself. Feeling smothered and confused after the death of her mother, Ruby Lee Gissing flees her Tennessee home. She drives south to the panhandle of Florida, because she has always dreamed of living near the ocean. Mildred Chambers (Dorothy Lyman), the owner of a souvenir shop, hires her as a clerk and befriends Ruby as well. Soon, there are two men in Ruby's life: Mike McCaslin (Todd Field) and Mildred's ne'er-do-well son, Ricky (Bentley Mitchum). Although Ruby briefly succumbs to the advances of one of them, by the film's end, she is still on her own, understanding that a new chapter of her life is just beginning. In addition to the picture taking home the Grand Jury Prize at {~the Sundance Film Festival}, Judd was nominated for Best Actress by the New York Film Critics and won Best Female Lead at the Independent Spirits. ~ Tom Wiener, All Movie Guide
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It's so lame, that this film is out of PRINT!!
Added 6/1/2009

Ruby in Paradise is a quiet , honest film that is a portrait of a young poor,abused, low self -esteemed, rural tennesee woman.With her parents gone now, she realizes that she has to do something to not end up like many of her friends,...beat-up,barefoot,and pregnant.
In the beginning of the film.. you can see she is not just leaving home..she is ESCAPING..She remembers a onetime happy vacation she had as a child in Panama City Florida.and thats where she heads off to.
The film captures the essence of what its like to leave a horrible condition and find the courage to start fresh , even when you dont have enough money or support ..you just do it!!..The film is arthousey-,Ashley Judd is so beautiful in the film ,, I dont think she's top her acting skills yet since she did 'Ruby..'. 'Ruby..' is the kind of movie that you'll want to watch after you come home from a god-awful - ear deafening-gun blasting-car smash-ups, CGI [computer-generated images]matinee with your tweens...Just kick back, put on you fuzzy socks, have an iced tea..some really good popcorn and just sink in and take a trip to Panama City, Fla.

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Inside the mind of an independent woman
Added 12/23/2008

I have LOVED this movie since I first saw it back in '93. I have worn out my VHS tape of it and have desperately wanted to see it released on DVD. What gives? I'd like to see a great American release of this film, preferably with some special features about the inspiration for the film and the obvious low-budget (which makes it seem so much more realistic) filming of it.
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
Why the heck isn't this on DVD yet?
Added 3/18/2008

I saw this film in the theatre back in '93 or so, and walked out of the darkness thinking that Judd had a great career ahead of her. Now over ten years later, it seems that R-in-P is destined to be her best film ever. I'd buy this movie in a heartbeat were it available on DVD. What's the problem? No distributor?
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
I want to buy this DVD too!
Added 10/23/2007

I love this movie, but couldn't find it selling anywhere.

Please release this DVD!

0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
Release the DVD
Added 8/31/2007

This is a great film. Ashley Judd's finest performance. Why can't I buy it on DVD?
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
It's so lame, that this film is out of PRINT!!
Added 6/1/2009

Ruby in Paradise is a quiet , honest film that is a portrait of a young poor,abused, low self -esteemed, rural tennesee woman.With her parents gone now, she realizes that she has to do something to not end up like many of her friends,...beat-up,barefoot,and pregnant.
In the beginning of the film.. you can see she is not just leaving home..she is ESCAPING..She remembers a onetime happy vacation she had as a child in Panama City Florida.and thats where she heads off to.
The film captures the essence of what its like to leave a horrible condition and find the courage to start fresh , even when you dont have enough money or support ..you just do it!!..The film is arthousey-,Ashley Judd is so beautiful in the film ,, I dont think she's top her acting skills yet since she did 'Ruby..'. 'Ruby..' is the kind of movie that you'll want to watch after you come home from a god-awful - ear deafening-gun blasting-car smash-ups, CGI [computer-generated images]matinee with your tweens...Just kick back, put on you fuzzy socks, have an iced tea..some really good popcorn and just sink in and take a trip to Panama City, Fla.

0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
Inside the mind of an independent woman
Added 12/23/2008

I have LOVED this movie since I first saw it back in '93. I have worn out my VHS tape of it and have desperately wanted to see it released on DVD. What gives? I'd like to see a great American release of this film, preferably with some special features about the inspiration for the film and the obvious low-budget (which makes it seem so much more realistic) filming of it.
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
Why the heck isn't this on DVD yet?
Added 3/18/2008

I saw this film in the theatre back in '93 or so, and walked out of the darkness thinking that Judd had a great career ahead of her. Now over ten years later, it seems that R-in-P is destined to be her best film ever. I'd buy this movie in a heartbeat were it available on DVD. What's the problem? No distributor?
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
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