Rescued by Ruby movie review

MOVIE TITLE: Rescued by Ruby

This heartwarming movie will be available on Netflix on March 17, 2022

RATING: PG

LENGTH: 1 hour 30 minutes

IN A NUTSHELL:

Based on true events that happened in Rhode Island, this inspiring movie is a refreshing, family-friendly film for all ages.

State trooper Dan (Grant Gustin) dreams of joining the K-9 Search & Rescue team, but no one will give him the chance. Shelter dog Ruby dreams of having a home, but is running out of hope. When fate brings Dan and Ruby together, it’s their unshakable bond that helps them face their toughest challenge yet.

THINGS I LIKED:

I’ve never been to Rhode Island and so I don’t know how their accent sounds in real life, but all of the actors sounded legit East Coast.
Grant Gustin is immediately likable as Dan, the State Trooper. If enjoy him in this, you should definitely check him out as The FLASH!
The lovely Kaylah Zander plays the most supportive wife ever. How could anyone not like her or her husband? They’re great together.
There’s a touching twist that I loved. Be ready with some tissues.
Beautiful, bright colors and sweet music welcome you from the first shot.
Keep watching during the final rolling credits to see photos of the real people behind this true story, including Ruby. You’ll also get to watch some cute bloopers.
There’s a title card at the end that informs viewers to contact their local animal rescue group if they’re interested in rescuing an animal.

THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE:

It’s very predictable except for the twist.
The plot is very simple.

TIPS FOR PARENTS:

No profanity. This is a very family-friendly movie. Yay!
A couple of guys drink beers…ROOT beer. That’s how clean this movie is.
Talk of death and dead bodies
A boy is in a perilous situation
Talk of murder

THEMES:

Trust
Having faith in yourself and others
Support
Persistence
Hope

INTERESTING LINES:

“Do you think he could be a canine dog?” – Dan (Grant Gustin) “SHE could be anything.” – Pat Inman (Camille Sullivan)
“The taller the hat, the closer to God.” – Pat Inman (Camille Sullivan) says about Dan.
“My husband has his own superpowers: his big heart, his boundless energy, his ability to hyper-focus on things, how he forgives, how he never gives up, how he trusts in something bigger than himself.” – Melissa (Kaylah Zander)