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Citizen Ruth is a 1996 American satirical black comedy film directed by Alexander Payne, in his feature film directorial debut, and starring Laura Dern, Swoosie Kurtz, Kelly Preston, Burt Reynolds, Kurtwood Smith, Mary Kay Place, Kenneth Mars, and Tippi Hedren.
Citizen Ruth: Directed by Alexander Payne. With Laura Dern, Swoosie Kurtz, Kurtwood Smith, Mary Kay Place. An irresponsible, drug-addicted, recently impregnated woman finds herself in the middle of an abortion debate when both parties attempt to sway her to their respective sides.
- (9.2K)
- Comedy, Drama
- Alexander Payne
- 1996-12-13
Dec 19, 2020 · “Citizen Ruth” is the story of Ruth Stoops, a woman who nobody even noticed – until she got pregnant. Now, everyone wants a piece of her. The film is a comedy about one woman caught in the ultimate tug-of-war: a clash of wild, noisy, ridiculous people that rapidly dissolves into a media circus.
- 106 min
- 552
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Apr 4, 1997 · “Citizen Ruth,” written and directed by Alexander Payne, is a satire with the reckless courage to take on both sides in the abortion debate. There are no positive characters in the film–certainly not Ruth, whose preferred state is oblivion, and who perks up only when both sides start making cash offers.
Smart and sharply funny, Citizen Ruth is an entertaining look at a tough subject -- and an impressive calling card for debuting director/co-writer Alexander Payne. Read Critics Reviews
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- Alexander Payne
- R
- Laura Dern
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Citizen Ruth. Opposing militant factions in the abortion battle exploit a pregnant woman who is addicted to spray-paint fumes. 225 IMDb 7.0 1 h 45 min 1996. X-Ray R. Comedy · Drama · Charming · Dark. Available to rent or buy. Rent. HD $3.99. Buy. HD $14.99. More purchase. options.
Dec 13, 1996 · The film is a comedy about one woman caught in the ultimate tug-of-war: a clash of wild, noisy, ridiculous people that rapidly dissolves into a media circus. "Citizen Ruth" is the story of Ruth Stoops, a woman who nobody even noticed -- until she got pregnant. Now, everyone wants a piece of her.