Ruth is one of two Moabite women who marry the sons of Elimelech and Naomi. When Elimelech and sons Mahlon and Chillion die, leaving Naomi a widow with two widowed daughters-in-law, Naomi decides to return to Israel. One daughter-in-law, Orpah, bids her goodbye. Daughter-in-law Ruth however says she will not desert her.
Production
Genuine Israeli locations give sand and stone you can feel.
Costume
Orry-Kelly robes that make burlap look haute couture.
Acting
Peggy Wood's Naomi: grief worn like a second skin.
Director
Henry Koster
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