Before the Rains

About This Movie

Before the Rains, directed by Santosh Sivan, really captures the tension of its time and place. The late 1930s in southern India becomes this rich backdrop where cultural clashes and emotional turmoil unfold. The performances are quite striking; Rahul Bose as the planter and his servant, played by Nandita Das, create an intense chemistry that feels both tender and fraught. The pacing has a deliberate rhythm that allows the story's complexities—like forbidden love and societal expectations—to simmer. The cinematography is breathtaking, utilizing practical effects that ground the film, and the atmospheric tension is palpable. It’s a layered narrative that explores ambition, loyalty, and the cost of desire, all wrapped up in a visually stunning package that really feels distinctive.

Explores complex themes of love and loyalty · Set against the backdrop of 1930s India · Noteworthy performances by Rahul Bose and Nandita Das