Ruby Gentry

Ruby Gentry is a 1952 American southern Gothic film noir directed by King Vidor, and starring Jennifer Jones, Charlton Heston, and Karl Malden. Set in the backwoods of North Carolina, the film follows a poor woman who marries a man for his wealth, leading to tragic events. Twentieth Century-Fox premiered Ruby Gentry in Salt Lake City on December 19, 1952, with releases expanding to numerous cities through 1953. The film grossed $1.75 million at the United States box office. In 1960, the film and its title character served the inspiration for Roberta Lee Streeter to sing under the name Bobbie Gentry.