Crime,War,Thriller
United States of America
Who'll Stop the Rain is a 1978 drama film directed by Karel Reisz. The story is based on a novel called "Dog Soldiers" by Robert Stone. The movie is set in the aftermath of the Vietnam War and explores the disillusionment and moral decay of the era.
Nick Nolte stars as John, a disillusioned war journalist who returns home to find that the country he left behind has changed. He turns to heroin smuggling as a way to make a quick buck and enlists the help of Ray, played by Michael Moriarty, a fellow veteran who is equally broken and disillusioned.
Ray agrees to deliver the drugs to John's wife, Marge, played by Tuesday Weld, who is living in California. However, everything goes wrong when the crooked narcotics agents get involved, and Ray finds himself on the run with Marge, trying to evade the law and avoid getting caught.
As they travel across the country, they encounter a host of colorful characters, including a hippie commune and a small-town sheriff. The film is a character study of people who are lost and struggling to find meaning in a world that has left them behind.
Who'll Stop the Rain includes themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the dark side of the American Dream. The film's title is taken from a song by Creedence Clearwater Revival, and the soundtrack features songs from various artists, including Bob Dylan and Grateful Dead.
The film received mixed reviews upon its release, but it has since gained a cult following and is considered by many to be a classic of its era.
