RAIN is the story of a 19-year old African American girl who lives in the inner city projects with her younger sister, her older brother and their mother. Her sister becomes involved with gang members, is drugged at a part... more »y and then sexually explicit photos are taken of her and used for blackmail. Rain tries to intervene but is unsuccessful and ultimately witnesses her sister's murder; thus becoming a threat to the gang leader. Rain?s mother secretly contacts what turns out to be Rain's real mother who is white. Rain?s biological mother reluctantly agrees to protect her and Rain is placed in the home of her grandmother, a wealthy white woman. Rain is placed in a private boarding school for the gifted which culminates into Rain's emergence as a talented singer and musician.« less
"A captivating story and powerful performances make RAIN one of the best films of the year. Prepare for a creative twist on the "COMING OF AGE" story infused with an unforgettable soundtrack. Don't let this opportunity pass you by, experience RAIN for yourself."
Like a Rainbow!
Heaven | Ojai, CA USA | 07/18/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I loved it! I sincerely hope they will make more V.C. Andrews movies and mini-series! The movie was excellently done; wonderful music score; and perfect casting. And it makes you want to read the entire series."
Adoption triangle comes full circle
Lynn Barry | Hume, NY | 07/03/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I enjoyed watching VC Andrews' RAIN on DVD. I am a long time fan of VC Andrews and Andrew Neiderman's work, but being an adoptive mom made me need to see this story come to life, and I was not disappointed.
I read the four book series that inspired the DVD and feel that the story was written the way it should be written. When a person who has been adopted is suddenly plunked down amongst her birth roots, it must be a scary as well as beautiful thing to deal with.
I have been through this with my bi-racial adopted daughter and I was satisfied with how this delicate subject was handled in fictional form. Bravo! And thanks a million! I am going to share this with my daughter, Star. Star, Rain...the universe is a wonderful place when and only when you find out who you really are."
Rain Takes You on a Rollercoaster Ride
Shelia M Goss | Entertainment Writer & Author of Young Adult Books | 06/25/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Rain is a teenage prodigy who lives in the innercity. Her mother played by Khandi Alexander strives to provide for her and her two siblings although their dad, played by Giancarlo Esposito, lives with them. Rain is determined not to fall victim to the streets; however her younger sister is rebellious. While trying to protect her younger sister, Rain witnesses a murder and has to be sent away to live with her biological grandmother played by Faye Dunaway.
The insert of a booklet with the DVD as a bonus was great. I enjoyed reading the backstory to the movie.
Rain is a movie that will take you on a rollercoaster ride of emotions. ~ Shelia M. Goss, entertainment writer and National Bestselling author of Paige's Web and My Invisible Husband
"
Just the movie i've been waiting for!
P. Rutledge | denton, texas | 06/07/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"It made me laugh, cry, and appreciate my life. This is an amazing film suitable for the entire family! I don't want to give anything away, just check it out now!"