Rain (Nyesha)
Originally released in 1978. Rain (Nyesha) is a feature film. directed by Melvonna Ballenger. At just 15 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Evlynne Braithwaite, Bernard Nicolas, and Ijeoma Iloputaife
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.”
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1978
48 years ago
Runtime
0h 15m
15 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- UCLA School of Film and Television
Frequently Asked Questions
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...
Who directed Rain (Nyesha)?
Rain (Nyesha) was directed by Melvonna Ballenger.
How long is Rain (Nyesha)?
Rain (Nyesha) has a runtime of 0 hours and 15 minutes (15 minutes total).
When was Rain (Nyesha) released?
Rain (Nyesha) was released on January 1, 1978 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Rain (Nyesha)?
The main cast of Rain (Nyesha) includes Evlynne Braithwaite, Bernard Nicolas, Ijeoma Iloputaife, Michael Friend, Keith Williams.