Even the Rain
Even the Rain

Even the Rain

2011Movie103 minSpanish

As a director and his crew shoot a controversial film about Christopher Columbus in Cochabamba, Bolivia, local people rise up against plans to privatize the water supply.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes91%
Metacritic73/100
Google Users88%
Director: Icíar BollaínGenres: Drama, Historical

Plot Summary

A filmmaker and his producer arrive in Bolivia to shoot a historical film about Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Americas. Their production is quickly thrown into chaos when the local indigenous population begins to protest the privatization of their water supply. As the protests escalate, the line between the film's narrative and the unfolding reality begins to blur, forcing the filmmakers to confront their own ethical responsibilities and the historical injustices they are attempting to portray.

Critical Reception

Even the Rain received widespread critical acclaim for its powerful storytelling, performances, and its timely exploration of colonialism, capitalism, and indigenous rights. Critics lauded the film's ability to weave a compelling narrative that comments on historical parallels while remaining relevant to contemporary issues.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its masterful blend of historical drama and contemporary social commentary.
  • Lauded for its strong performances, particularly from Gael García Bernal and Luis Tosar.
  • Applauded for its sensitive and thought-provoking portrayal of indigenous struggles and historical parallels.

Google audience: Google users widely appreciated the film's intelligent storytelling and its powerful message about social injustice and historical parallels. Many highlighted the compelling performances and the film's ability to provoke thought and discussion.

Awards & Accolades

Won multiple awards including the Ecumenical Jury Prize at the Berlin International Film Festival, and was Spain's submission for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.

Fun Fact

The film's narrative structure cleverly mirrors the historical injustices faced by the indigenous people of Bolivia, drawing parallels between Columbus's arrival and modern-day corporate exploitation.

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Andres Gomez

Andres Gomez

Interesting story quite well told by Bollain. The cast is great but not at their performance summit.