Rain

The film follows Janey, who is vacationing with her family at their beach house on the Mahurangi Peninsula. As her parents, Ed and Kate, grapple with their impending divorce, Janey and her brother Jim navigate their own challenges. The presence of Cady, a local boaty involved in an affair with Kate, complicates Janey's understanding of adult relationships and attraction.

Rain captures themes of family turmoil, adolescent discovery, and the impact of extramarital affairs. Its setting in New Zealand provides a unique backdrop that complements the film's emotional depth. The performances by a cast including Sarah Peirse and Alistair Browning bring these complex relationships to life.

As a film directed by a woman, it adds to the representation of female perspectives in cinema. The combination of its drama and romance genres, along with its exploration of adult-child friendships, makes it an interesting addition to any collection focused on nuanced storytelling.