Ruby Red
Ruby Red

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Ruby Red

2020
Movie
8 min
English

Theo's drunken night takes a troubling turn after the enigmatic Ruby forces him to reveal his deepest fantasy.

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IMDb6.2/10
Google Users78%
Director: Peter ThorwarthGenres: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance

Plot Summary

Gwyneth Shepherd, a seemingly ordinary teenage girl, discovers she possesses a unique genetic trait passed down through her family: the ability to travel through time. This power, however, comes with a dangerous legacy and a prophecy she must fulfill. As she navigates the complexities of her family's secrets and the challenges of controlling her abilities, Gwyneth finds herself entangled in a thrilling adventure across different eras.

Critical Reception

Ruby Red received a generally mixed to positive reception, particularly praised for its visual effects, engaging premise, and faithfulness to the source material. Some critics found the pacing uneven in parts, while others lauded its charm and entertainment value for a young adult audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its imaginative concept and visual appeal.

  • The film offers a charming adventure with a strong female lead.

  • Some noted pacing issues and a predictable narrative arc.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's unique time-traveling premise and the lead actress's performance. Many found it to be an entertaining and visually pleasing fantasy romance suitable for younger viewers, though some wished for more originality.

Fun Fact

Ruby Red is the first film in the "Edelstein Trilogy" based on Kerstin Gier's bestselling novels, with the subsequent films being "Sapphire Blue" and "Emerald Green."

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