Rain on the Roof (1980)

Name: Rain on the Roof
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Released: 1980-10-26
Duration: 75 min
Rating: 6.6
Cast: Cheryl Campbell, Michael Culver, Madeleine Hinde, Ewan Stewart, Malcolm Stoddard

1980 • 1h 15m • Drama, TV Movie

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Drama TV Movie

Oct 26, 1980•United Kingdom•1h 15m

Director: Alan Bridges

LanguageEnglish

W2TCH Rating62%Mixed

Synopsis

Dennis Potter's "visitation dramas" examine difficult moral issues through unusual relationships, often contrasting everyday life with the extraordinary. This story focuses on Janet, whose life is disrupted by her husband John's affair. Seeking comfort in an unexpected friendship with Billy, a man marginalized by society, she unintentionally awakens a darker side within him. During a reading lesson, Janet's subtle flirting with Billy triggers a dangerous shift, and he directs his anger toward John. This challenging drama explores the hidden complexities of human connections and our capacity for both kindness and violence, prompting viewers to question their own values. Through its poignant portrayal of interconnected lives, Potter's work reminds us that even in darkness, change is possible.