Hard Rain (1998)

“Hard Rain” is an action-thriller film directed by Mikael Salomon. The film follows a security guard named Tom (played by Christian Slater) who is tasked with transporting $3 million in cash during a flood in a small Indiana town. When a group of criminals led by Jim (played by Morgan Freeman) attempt to steal the money, Tom is forced to go to great lengths to protect it, including teaming up with a local woman named Karen (played by Minnie Driver).

As the flood waters rise and the tension escalates, Tom and Karen find themselves in a deadly game of cat and mouse with the criminals, who will stop at nothing to get their hands on the cash.

Review:

The film received negative reviews from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, it has an approval rating of 28% based on 39 reviews, with an average rating of 4.1/10. The critical consensus reads: “Hard Rain features mediocre acting and forgettable action sequences, and the flood disaster setting feels underutilized.”

Awards:

The film was not a major awards contender and did not receive any significant nominations or wins.

Popularity:

The film was not a box office success, grossing only $19.8 million worldwide against a budget of $70 million. However, it has gained a small cult following over the years for its over-the-top action sequences and suspenseful moments. Despite its negative critical reception, some viewers appreciate it as a guilty pleasure action film.