Rain (Nyesha)
Synopsis
Director Melvonna Ballenger’s Rain (Nyesha) shows how awareness can lead to a more fulfilling life. In the film, a female typist goes from apathetic to empowered through the help of a man giving out political fliers on the street. Using John Coltrane’s song “After the Rain,” Ballenger’s narration of the film meditates on rainy days and their impact. The rain in this short film doesn’t signify defeat, but offers renewal and “a chance to recollect, a cool out.”
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L.A. Rebellion | Rain (1978)
Type: Featurette • Published 2013-05-03
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1978
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Melvonna Ballenger
- Screenplay & Story
- Melvonna Ballenger
- Original Title
- Rain (Nyesha)
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
- Production Studios
- UCLA School of Film and Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Melvonna Ballenger
Melvonna Ballenger
Melvonna Ballenger
Department Leadership Roster
Melvonna Ballenger
Writer
Melvonna Ballenger
Director
Melvonna Ballenger
Producer
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What is Rain (Nyesha) about?
Director Melvonna Ballenger’s Rain (Nyesha) shows how awareness can lead to a more fulfilling life. In the film, a female typist goes from apathetic to empowered through the help of a man giving out political fliers on the street. Using John Coltrane’s song “After the Rain,” Ballenger’s narration of the film meditates on rainy days and their impact. The rain in this short film doesn’t signify defeat, but offers renewal and “a chance to recollect, a cool out.”
Who directed Rain (Nyesha)?
Rain (Nyesha) was directed by Melvonna Ballenger.
Who stars in Rain (Nyesha)?
The principal cast of Rain (Nyesha) includes Evlynne Braithwaite, Bernard Nicolas, Ijeoma Iloputaife, Michael Friend, Keith Williams.
When was Rain (Nyesha) released and how long is it?
Rain (Nyesha) was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 15m.