Ruby Splinter
Ruby Splinter

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Ruby Splinter

2022
Movie
88 min
English

Pulled by devotion, two florists probe beyond the boundary of the body.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users70%
Director: Dave McDuffieGenres: Drama, Mystery

Plot Summary

In the isolated landscape of the American West, a troubled young man is drawn into a cryptic investigation surrounding his estranged father's mysterious disappearance. As he unearths unsettling truths about his family's past and the remote community he inhabits, he finds himself entangled in a web of secrets and lies that threaten his sanity.

Critical Reception

Ruby Splinter received a mixed reception from critics, with many praising its atmospheric tension and lead performance, while others found its narrative convoluted and pacing inconsistent.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its haunting atmosphere and a compelling central performance.

  • Criticized for a plot that becomes increasingly difficult to follow.

  • The film excels in building suspense but falters in its resolution.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a divided opinion, with many appreciating the film's moody tone and the lead actor's performance, while a significant portion found the story to be confusing and unsatisfying.

Fun Fact

The distinctive, desolate landscapes used in "Ruby Splinter" were filmed in the starkly beautiful, yet remote, high desert region of Eastern Oregon.

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