Like The Falling Raindrops
Like The Falling Raindrops

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Like The Falling Raindrops

1971
Movie
90 min
Vietnamese

Also called "Rain Drop's Fate" or "Like The Falling Raindrops", Như Hạt Mưa Sa is a black and white film based on the novel of the same name by the late writer Ngọc Linh made by Việt Ảnh Film. Bạch Tuyết played the role of Dã Lan with Trần Quang, the painter Thuyên, and Thẩm Thúy Hằng played the roles of Yến and Dung (twin sisters), Đoàn Châu Mậu, Tony Hiếu, Tùng Lâm... The film was made in 1971.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users72%
Director: Arthur PennGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In the waning days of World War II, a captured British officer and a seductive Italian partisan find themselves in a remote mountain village. Their forbidden romance blossoms amidst the harsh realities of war and the conflicting loyalties that surround them. As the conflict draws to a close, they must confront the consequences of their love and the choices they made.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Like The Falling Raindrops' garnered mixed reviews. While some critics praised its emotional depth and strong performances, others found its pacing to be slow and its narrative overly melodramatic. Audiences were similarly divided, with some resonating deeply with the central romance and others finding it unconvincing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the compelling chemistry between its lead actors.

  • Criticized for its occasionally drawn-out narrative and predictable plot points.

  • Applauded for its evocative depiction of wartime romance and atmosphere.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's romantic elements and the performances of Sophia Loren and Marlon Brando. However, some found the storyline to be less engaging than expected and wished for more dynamic pacing.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama for Marlon Brando. Sophia Loren received a BAFTA nomination for Best Actress in a Leading Role.

Fun Fact

The distinctive score for 'Like The Falling Raindrops' was composed by the legendary Ennio Morricone, marking one of his earlier collaborations with director Arthur Penn.

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