The Scent of Rain & Lightning
Synopsis
When a young woman learns her parents' killer has been released from jail, she is forced to revisit old wounds while discovering the destructive power of hate and the true cost of family secrets fully revealing themselves.
Top Cast
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Maika Monroe
Jody Linder
Mark Webber
Chase
Will Patton
Senior
Bonnie Bedelia
Annabelle
Justin Chatwin
Hugh Jay Linder
Brad Carter
Billy
Logan Miller
Collin Croyle
Maggie Grace
Laurie
Meg Crosbie
Young Jody Linder
Aaron Poole
Meryl
Blake Robbins
Sheriff Don Phelps
Joey Bicicchi
Sketch
Lorrie Chilcoat
Joyce
Jackson A. Dunn
Young Collin Croyle
Sidney Flack
Man with Dog (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Atlanta Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
February 16, 2018
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Blake Robbins
- Screenplay & Story
- Casey Twenter, Jeff Robison, Nancy Pickard
- Original Title
- The Scent of Rain & Lightning
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- No Coast Entertainment, Go Up Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Blake Robbins
Casey Twenter, Jeff Robison, Nancy Pickard
Department Leadership Roster
Casey Twenter
Writer
Jeff Robison
Writer
Blake Robbins
Director
Nancy Pickard
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Scent of Rain & Lightning
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Scent of Rain & Lightning about?
When a young woman learns her parents' killer has been released from jail, she is forced to revisit old wounds while discovering the destructive power of hate and the true cost of family secrets fully revealing themselves.
Who directed The Scent of Rain & Lightning?
The Scent of Rain & Lightning was directed by Blake Robbins.
Who stars in The Scent of Rain & Lightning?
The principal cast of The Scent of Rain & Lightning includes Maika Monroe, Mark Webber, Will Patton, Bonnie Bedelia, Justin Chatwin.
When was The Scent of Rain & Lightning released and how long is it?
The Scent of Rain & Lightning was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Scent of Rain & Lightning?
The Scent of Rain & Lightning holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).