(5/2/00)
This is another beautiful film by Ivens. It is a loving portrait of a rain shower in a city. Like The Bridge it is closely observed and full of beautiful abstract patterns--but this film is broader in scope and includes people.
It has a beginning, middle and end. We see the city before the storm, the storm begins, it rains, people scurry for cover, the storm ends. I can't help thinking that the raindrops are like staccato notes in this visual composition. This film is simple as far as its subject matter goes, but rich and very beautiful.
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Never saw it but your review makes me want to.
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