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Proud, though poor, Bob wants his little girl to have a beautiful (and costly) brand-new dress for her First Communion. His stubbornness and determination get him into trouble as he turns to more and more questionable measures, in his desperation to raise the needed money. This tragic flaw leads him to risk all that he loves and values, his beloved family, indeed even his immortal soul and salvation, in blind pursuit of that goal.
A working-class father in northern England desperately tries to raise money to buy a suitable present for his daughter's first communion. Facing mounting debts and unemployment, he turns to increasingly desperate measures, encountering a series of characters and situations that highlight the harsh realities of poverty and community.
Raining Stones was widely acclaimed by critics for its raw, unflinching portrayal of working-class life and its powerful social commentary. Ken Loach's signature naturalistic style and the film's authentic performances were frequently praised, resonating deeply with audiences who appreciated its blend of hardship and humanity.
A starkly realistic and deeply moving depiction of poverty and paternal desperation.
Praised for its authentic performances and powerful social critique.
Ken Loach masterfully captures the struggles and resilience of the working class.
Google audience: Viewers consistently laud the film's authenticity and emotional impact, finding it a poignant and honest look at hardship. Many appreciate its realistic characters and the powerful story it tells, though some find its grim subject matter challenging.
Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival (1993).
The film was shot on location in the Castlefield area of Manchester, England, with many of the extras being local residents who shared similar life experiences to the characters they portrayed.
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I watched this to see Bruce Jones in it, who I know from long ago Coronation Street. He performed well with a limiting script. I mean, there was plenty of emotional highs and lows for him to strut his stuff, but the plot seemed weak and fel...