Ruth & Boaz Stars Serayah and Tyler Lepley Alongside Producer DeVon Franklin Transform a Classic Bible Story into an R&B Romance Highlighting Love as the Universe’s Ultimate Power
Serayah and Tyler Lepley Star in Netflix’s “Ruth & Boaz”: A Modern Tale of Faith and Love
Serayah Cast as Ruth in Faith-Based Drama
Serayah’s journey into the Bible-inspired film “Ruth & Boaz” represents yet another impressive step in her acting career. Producer DeVon Franklin saw her potential firsthand when she showcased her talents in BET+ series “Kingdom Business,” prompting him to invite her to audition for the coveted role of Ruth. Instantly, she captured the essence of the character, ensuring her place in the film.
Tyler Lepley Joins as Boaz
As casting directors scoured through countless auditions, Tyler Lepley’s self-taped audition for Boaz arrived just in time. It immediately resonated with the filmmakers, who paired him up with Serayah. Their on-screen chemistry sparked, influenced by their previous collaborative work on the film “Goons.”
Plot Overview of “Ruth & Boaz”
Available now on Netflix, “Ruth & Boaz” reimagines the classic Bible story with a contemporary twist. Serayah plays Ruth Moably, a rising hip-hop artist, whose career takes an unexpected turn after a tragic event in Atlanta. She relocates to Tennessee, where she finds solace working in a vineyard run by Boaz, portrayed by Tyler Lepley. Together, they embark on a journey of love and self-discovery, intertwined with notes of music and romance.
Parallels Between Serayah and Her Character
Serayah, who recognizes similarities between her own experiences and those of her character Ruth, found inspiration in her role. “Falling in love is also a parallel in my real life,” she reflected, discussing how vulnerability can lead to profound growth both personally and professionally.
A Starry Cast and Musical Collaboration
The film features cameos from prominent music industry figures such as Jermaine Dupri, Yung Joc, and Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds. The latter even penned a track titled “Faithful” for the movie, marking Serayah’s debut collaboration with the 13-time Grammy winner.
Tyler Lepley’s Journey with Faith
Unlike Serayah, Tyler Lepley only discovered the story of Ruth and Boaz upon joining the project. His portrayal of Boaz drew from personal experiences with faith, highlighting how life’s unpredictable nature can test one’s beliefs.
A Collaborative Effort: DeVon Franklin and Tyler Perry
Directed by Alanna Brown, “Ruth & Boaz” is the first collaboration between Tyler Perry and DeVon Franklin under their partnership with Netflix. Motivated by a sermon series exploring singleness and commitment, Franklin found the story of Ruth and Boaz an ideal fit for the platform, promising viewers an evocative exploration of love, faith, and redemption.
Themes of Love and Faith
“Love is the most powerful force in the universe,” Franklin expressed, embedding the film with themes that advocate staying open and receptive to love. “If we have love, we have everything that we need.” This sentiment weaves through the film, aspiring to leave a lasting impression on its audience.
