Drama,History
France,Mexico,Spain
Even the Rain follows two parallel storylines: one focusing on a director named Sebastián and his crew as they film a controversial movie about Christopher Columbus in Cochabamba, Bolivia, and the other following the local people who rise up against plans to privatize the water supply.
As the director and his crew immerse themselves in the filming process, they are confronted with the reality of the struggles faced by the local indigenous population. The actors they hire for the film, including a young man named Daniel, are directly affected by the water privatization issue, as they are forced to pay exorbitant prices for clean water.
As tensions rise between the filmmakers and the locals, Sebastián is faced with a moral dilemma. Should he continue filming his movie and ignore the suffering of the people around him, or should he use his platform to shed light on their plight and advocate for change?
Ultimately, Even the Rain explores themes of colonialism, exploitation, and activism, highlighting the ongoing struggles faced by indigenous communities in Bolivia and around the world. The film challenges viewers to consider their own role in perpetuating systems of oppression and exploitation, and to take action in support of social justice and human rights.
