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Ruby Blue  (15)   110 mins

“Jack (Bob Hoskins) is consumed by guilt and past regret. He is hated by his son and abused by local youths. The death of his wife leaves Jack lost and alone in his self loathing. Hope arrives in the unlikely form of eight year old, Florrie, when she moves in next door and delights in Jack's neglected racing pigeons, unwittingly rekindling his own love for the birds. When his glamorous French neighbour, Stephanie (Josiane Balasko) takes pity on him, Jack cannot help but fall for her charms. When gradually his innocent friendship with Florrie is thrown into question when the girl goes missing and Stephanie reveals a well kept secret, Jack's life is thrown into turmoil.  His son comes to his defence amidst the local mob mentality and Jack finally faces his own prejudices to win back Stephanie's love. This is a truly lovely film, both heart-warming and rending in equal measure. In short, a 'must see'!”

“A fine example of micro-budget indigenous film-making, Ruby Blue sees director Jan Dunn build on the success of 2006's Gypo with another low-key story set on the Kent coast. Modest, thoughtful and gently humorous, it's a homegrown gem that's worth seeking out.   This poignant character study is a real find that deserves a much wider release than the small arthouse roll-out its producers have assembled.”  BBCi

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Last modified: 06-Mar-2009

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