The Book of Ruth, is a triumphant love story in the face of adversity. This selfless journey of love and devotion is seen through the eyes of a young widow. Choosing to leave her homeland of Moab, she follows her mother-in-law Naomi to Israel after the death of her husband. Upon reaching Bethlehem, she meets and marries a man named Boaz, who is of the Royal House of Judah. This chain of seemingly unrelated events, sets the stage for the future kings of the nation of Israel, and the glorious coming of the Messiah.
A Biblical Cinderella story from the archives of the royal Jewish bloodline, this story reveals the redemption of their inheritance through the child Obed, who was the grandfather of King David.
Strengths: A nice touch at the movie's start and end, showing David in conversation with his grandfather, Obed.
Weaknesses: Far too many faults: Naomi with bangs; Christian rock singer Carmen looking like a 21st century time traveler; an ongoing stream of modern cliches; a desert travel scene that drags on forever; a soundtrack that has not been mixed properly. Be ready to adjust the volume on your remote!
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