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The Rainmaker (1956)

“It's about the magic that makes a woman beautiful when she's wanted by a man!”

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Plot

In the heartland of America, the Curry family grapples with a dual desolation: a relentless drought threatening their cherished family farm and the looming spinsterhood of their beloved daughter, Lizzie. Lizzie, an intelligent and skillful homemaker, finds herself on the precipice of being labeled a perennial old maid. Her quick wit and domestic prowess are overshadowed by her self-perceived plainness, a barrier that seems to repel even File, the town sheriff and object of her secret affections. As the drought tightens its grip, hope dwindles, and the future appears as barren as the parched farm soil. However, the winds of change blow in a stranger, Bill Starbuck, who carries the intriguing profession of a Rainmaker. His arrival stirs the stagnant air, infusing the Curry family, and more importantly, Lizzie, with a renewed sense of hope. "The Rainmaker" is a captivating tale of family, self-worth, and the transformative power of belief. It explores how a stranger can sow the seeds of change, and how hope can bloom even in the most desolate situations. This story of a family, a drought, and the potential for love will leave viewers contemplating the true meaning of beauty and the magic of self-belief.

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The Rainmaker is a romance movie featuring Burt Lancaster.

It is possible to buy The Rainmaker on Apple TV, DIRECTV, Google Play Movies, Vudu and YouTube or rent it on Amazon Video.