Friday, April 25, 2014

Rain Man

Bitter yuppie Charlie Babbitt (Cruise) travels to Cleveland from Los Angeles to attend his estranged father's funeral only to find out that the family's multimillion-dollar estate will go to an older son, Raymond (Hoffman), an autistic savant whose existence had been unknown to Charlie. Although it is rightfully recognized for its superb acting, terrific dialogue, and perfect chemistry of dramatic and comedic moments; many people forget that it is the ultimate story of brotherhood. Aside from Golino being a little annoying at times, the movie is near flawless; it even dates really well, especially for being filmed in the 1980s. An unexpected success, with many involved in the project doubting its potential. Likely one of the last times Tom Cruise will ever get a second-billing.

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