The Man with Rain in His Shoes
“For anyone who needs a second chance at once upon a time.”
Synopsis
Victor Bukowski is an out-of-work actor with problems. He's got a lousy agent, he has a habit of falling out with directors and he's still in love with his ex-girlfriend. However, Victor is about to embark on an unexpected emotional journey which will make him confront his future and his past mistakes.
Top Cast
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Lena Headey
Sylvia Weld
Douglas Henshall
Victor Bukowski
Penélope Cruz
Louise
Charlotte Coleman
Alison Hayes
Gustavo Salmerón
Rafael
Mark Strong
Dave Summers
Elizabeth McGovern
Diane
Heather Weeks
Carol
Inday Ba
Janice
Paul Popplewell
Simon
David Spinx
Vendor
David Fishley
Pianist
Robert Oates
Driver
Toby Davis
James
Simon Meacock
Young Actor
Caprice Bourret
Caprice Bourret
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 25, 1999
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$258K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- María Ripoll
- Screenplay & Story
- Rafa Russo
- Original Score
- Bernardo Fuster, Ángel Illarramendi, Luis Mendo
- Original Title
- The Man with Rain in His Shoes
- Country of Origin
- Spain, United States of America, United Kingdom, France, Germany
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Worldwide Gross
- $258K
- Production Studios
- Handmade Films, CLT, Escima
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
María Ripoll
Rafa Russo
Bernardo Fuster, Ángel Illarramendi, Luis Mendo
Javier Salmones
Nacho Ruiz Capillas
Juan Gordon, Gareth Jones, Jon Slan
Department Leadership Roster
María Ripoll
Director
Rafa Russo
Writer
Juan Gordon
Producer
Bernardo Fuster
Original Music Composer
Ángel Illarramendi
Original Music Composer
Luis Mendo
Original Music Composer
Javier Salmones
Director of Photography
Nacho Ruiz Capillas
Editor
Grant Hicks
Production Design
John Krausa
Costume Design
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
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Man with Rain in His Shoes
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Man with Rain in His Shoes about?
Victor Bukowski is an out-of-work actor with problems. He's got a lousy agent, he has a habit of falling out with directors and he's still in love with his ex-girlfriend. However, Victor is about to embark on an unexpected emotional journey which will make him confront his future and his past mistakes.
Who directed The Man with Rain in His Shoes?
The Man with Rain in His Shoes was directed by María Ripoll.
Who stars in The Man with Rain in His Shoes?
The principal cast of The Man with Rain in His Shoes includes Lena Headey, Douglas Henshall, Penélope Cruz, Charlotte Coleman, Gustavo Salmerón.
When was The Man with Rain in His Shoes released and how long is it?
The Man with Rain in His Shoes was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
How much did The Man with Rain in His Shoes make at the box office?
The Man with Rain in His Shoes grossed $258K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Man with Rain in His Shoes?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Man with Rain in His Shoes was composed by Bernardo Fuster, Ángel Illarramendi, Luis Mendo.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Man with Rain in His Shoes?
The Man with Rain in His Shoes holds official age classifications: CA: R; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).