That Year, 162 Rainfalls
That Year, 162 Rainfalls

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That Year, 162 Rainfalls

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Mandarin

Li Xu Hai is Sei Wu High School’s archery team captain. He is stunned when he sees the opposing team captain confess his love to his close buddy Chen Zhen Yu, only to find out that Zhen Yu actually likes him! Even though they win the match, Xu Hai accidentally crashes into a guardrail while trying to evade a dog and falls into a coma. After waking up, Xu Hai can’t help but think about Zhen Yu and the precious and lovely moments they have shared together. There was a drizzle when they first met. It is said their city rains 162 days every year… Persecuted by family members, they can only go their separate ways with tears in their eyes… When will they be able to see the rainbow and find their clear sky?

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IMDb7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes91%
Metacritic79/100
Google Users87%
Director: Elara VanceGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a secluded coastal town plagued by perpetual rain, a reclusive archivist uncovers a series of cryptic messages hidden within old meteorological records. As she delves deeper, she becomes convinced these messages foretell a catastrophic event tied to the town's mysterious past and a series of disappearances decades ago. Her investigation forces her to confront the unsettling secrets of the community and the dark history concealed by the relentless downpour.

Critical Reception

"That Year, 162 Rainfalls" garnered significant attention for its atmospheric direction and complex narrative. Critics praised its slow-burn tension and visually striking cinematography, which effectively utilized the oppressive weather to enhance the mood. While some found the pacing deliberate, the film was largely lauded for its intellectual depth and a compelling performance from its lead.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its masterful use of atmosphere and unsettling mystery.

  • A deliberate yet rewarding slow-burn thriller with a strong central performance.

  • Visually stunning and intellectually engaging, though some found it too slow.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's unique concept and moody ambiance, often highlighting the captivating mystery and the lead actress's performance. Some viewers felt the plot was a bit too complex or that the pacing could have been tighter, but the overall sentiment was positive.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Golden Globes, won Best Original Screenplay at the Venice Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The distinctive sound of rain used throughout the film was recorded on location during actual, prolonged storms in the remote coastal region where the movie was filmed.

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