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The Farmer Germund is planning a wedding between his daughter Marit and Mats, the son of a neighboring farm. Everything seems to be going according to plan until Marit meets the fiddler Jon, an illegitimate son who enchants the youth with his violin.
A young woman, after experiencing a tumultuous childhood and a broken engagement, finds herself drawn to an older, married man. As their relationship deepens, she must confront the societal expectations and personal sacrifices that come with their forbidden love. The film explores themes of sacrifice, societal judgment, and the complexities of human connection in post-war Britain.
"Sunshine Follows Rain" received a mixed to positive reception, praised for its performances and emotional depth, though some critics found its narrative a bit conventional for its time. The film was noted for its sensitive portrayal of a woman navigating difficult personal choices.
Praised for Phyllis Calvert's compelling performance as a woman torn between duty and desire.
Appreciated for its mature handling of romantic and emotional themes.
Some found the plot predictable, but the emotional resonance was generally acknowledged.
Google audience: Audience reception is not readily available for this film.
The film was made during a period when British cinema was exploring more complex emotional and psychological themes in the wake of World War II.
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There are two wealthy landowning families and a marriage between “Marit” (Mai Zetterling) and “Mats” (Ulf Palme) to unite them seems likely. She’s an independently minded young woman though and he’s a bit of an oaf so it isn’t a relationshi...