Pride and Prejudice
After months of a love-hate relationship, Mr. Darcy proposes to Elizabeth Bennett on a rainy day
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The pair huddle under a gazebo in drenched clothes under stormy weather - and the tension between the two in this scene is nearly unbearable to watch. The angstier, the better! |
The Notebook
The Notebook is perhaps one of the first iconic movies that comes to mind when you think of rainy day romance. In a powerful scene, Allie (Rachel McAdams) confronts Noah (Ryan Gosling) about why he didn't write to her for seven years However, Noah reveals that he wrote to her every day for a year, insisting that their love is still alive. The passionate kiss that follows says it all
The Truman Show
The movie revolves around Truman, whose life is being constantly surveilled and almost is like a reality show, only that he is completely unaware of it. To create affective as well as comic impact, the director envisioned rainstorms over Truman's head whenever he is feeling low
Spiderman (2002)
No matter how many movies are made about the DC hero, the original remains a fan favourite
As Spidey hangs upside down from his web, he lowers he mask halfway and kisses his lady love, played by Kirsten Dunst. The rain pours down around them, making this kiss oh-so-romantic!
Singin' In The Rain
How can we forget this classic? After Don and Kathy finally confess their feelings to each other, what follows is a tap-dancing sequences complete with umbrella-twirling, lamppost-hanging and puddle-splashing. Well, who isn't crazy when they're in love?
The Equalizer
In this film, Robert, expert killer who comes out of retirement is on the hunt for the last Russian mobster standing. In the rain-drenched finale, he limps through the downpur in the dark - and will be sure to get your adrenaline coursing!
The Shawshank Redemption
When Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins) finally escapes Shawshank Prison, he steps into a heavy downpour. With arms raised, he embraces the rain, creating an iconic cinematic scene symbolizing his liberation. No more words need to be said!
Garden State
This coming-of-age movie follows Andrew Largeman trying to process his grief after his mother's passing. The movie culminates in Largeman climbing onto a digger perilously perched in front of a quarry. It’s pouring cats and dogs, and Largeman screams into the abyss, letting out everything he's been too afraid to feel and show. The rain is the perfect release in this scene
Blade Runner
In the climactic final scene of Blade Runner, Deckard (Harrison Ford) confronts Roy Batty (Rutger Hauer) on a rain-soaked rooftop. This iconic moment, drenched in rain, has become synonymous with the film and remains a standout in the memories of viewers. And who can forget this line from Batty's iconic monologue 'All those moments will be lost in time...like tears in rain'? And to think this was improvised by the actor!
Rush
A pivotal moment in Ron Howard's gripping film depicting the real-life rivalry between James Hunt and Niki Lauda occurs during the 1976 Nurburgring Grand Prix. The track becomes lethally dangerous due to heavy rain, setting the stage for a crucial sequence in the movie
Four Weddings and a Funeral
The beloved British film, Four Weddings and a Funeral, reaches its climax as Andie MacDowell and Hugh Grant's characters break free from their mismatched partners and confess their love for one another. This heartwarming moment serves as a memorable conclusion to the movie. And it takes place in...you guessed it, the rain! Well come on, it's England
Castaway
After believing her fiancé Chuck has passed away in a plane crash, Kelly attempts to move on, gets married, and becomes a mother
But when Chuck unexpectedly reappears, Helen is oblivious to the rain as she runs out to embrace the man she loves
The Bridges of Madison County
In the poignant conclusion of the film, Meryl Streep's character, a neglected housewife, makes the difficult choice to run away from the potential of happiness with her weekend lover, portrayed by Clint Eastwood. However, before departing, she witnesses a heartrending scene in which Eastwood's character stands in the rain, possibly shedding tears, while gazing longingly through the windshield of her car. Even the most stone-cold heart would melt
Breakfast At Tiffany's
“You call yourself a free spirit, a ‘wild thing’, and you’re terrified somebody’s gonna stick you in a cage. Well baby, you’re already in that cage.” This poignant line is delivered by Paul Varjak (George Peppard) to Holly Golightly (Audrey Hepburn). Holly finally takes the leap towards her lover (in the rain!), giving Hollywood one of its most romantic moments
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