The Breakfast Club INTERVIEW: DeVon Franklin, Serayah & Tyler Lepley Talk Preserving Biblical Stories In "Ruth & Boaz" Film
Sep 29, 2025
DeVon Franklin, a film producer and minister, leads the conversation with actors Serayah and Tyler Lepley, who portray Ruth and Boaz in the film adaptation of the biblical story. They explore the challenges of modernizing scripture while retaining its core message. Serayah connects deeply with Ruth's journey, reflecting on trauma and faith. Tyler discusses the importance of intentionality in portraying Boaz's character. The trio also shares insights on navigating their careers amidst spiritual convictions, demonstrating the evolving landscape of faith-based stories in cinema.
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Scripture-Rooted Modern Adaptation
- DeVon Franklin rooted the film directly in scripture while adapting its setting and details for modern audiences.
- He intentionally mapped biblical locations to contemporary places like Atlanta and Pegram, Tennessee to preserve meaning.
Tyler Perry’s Surprise Partnership Call
- DeVon says Tyler Perry called him unexpectedly to propose partnering on a Netflix deal after DeVon's Netflix talks stalled.
- That call led to a negotiated three-picture deal giving creative autonomy to make Ruth & Boaz as intended.
Actor’s Personal Resonance With Ruth
- Serayah related personally to Ruth’s baggage and instinct to reroute her life, connecting it to stepping out on faith for an acting career.
- She discovered deeper details of Ruth only while preparing for the role, which influenced her performance.
