Film Review – Ask Dr. Ruth

I’m sure when most people think of Dr. Ruth Westheimer, the image of a short, heavily accented woman with defined opinions on the ways of sexual response comes to mind. She achieved the peak of her fame in the 1980s, becoming a hot accessory to any television program, happily sharing her unique personality with the world. While it seems Dr. Ruth Mania has died down in the intervening years, director Ryan White hopes to reignite interest in the subject with “Ask Dr. Ruth,” a documentary that charts the now 90-year-old woman’s turbulent life and her rise to pop culture dominance, leading with a sincere mission to educate viewers and listeners about the wonders of their genitalia. White is also determined to reestablish Dr. Ruth’s credentials, making clear points about her authority and groundbreaking ability to offer direct advice concerning the critical needs and desires of those searching for guidance. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com