Rainbow

This film tells the story of the last years of the acclaimed painter John Everett Millais, focusing on his relationship with his wife, Effie Gray, and his affair with her former mother-in-law, Lady Ruskin. It explores themes of love, betrayal, and artistic passion against the backdrop of Victorian society.

Rainbow received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While some praised the performances, particularly Bob Hoskins, the film was largely criticized for its script, pacing, and historical inaccuracies. Audiences also showed little interest, leading to a poor box office performance.

• The film features strong performances from its lead actors.
• However, the narrative is often considered slow and melodramatic.
• Many critics found the historical portrayal to be questionable and lacking depth.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Rainbow' is largely undocumented, with no significant aggregated reviews available on Google.

The film's focus on the later life of Millais was an unusual choice, as his earlier Pre-Raphaelite works are generally more celebrated and studied.