Before the Rain Soundtrack (

Before the Rain Soundtrack (1994) cover

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Rating: 8.00/10 from 16000 votes
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Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

Before the Rain
Title in Italiano:

Prima della pioggia
Title in Português:

Before the Rain

Synopsis

PART 1: WORDS. A young Macedonian priest under a vow of silence (Grégoire Colin) tries to hide the teenage Muslim girl Zamira (Labina Mitevska) from Christian gunmen seeking to avenge the death of a shepherd.

PART 2: FACES. London photo editor Anne (Katrin Cartlidge of Naked (1993)) is encouraged by her mother to reconcile with her husband Nick (Naked (1993)), but gets caught with her boyfriend Aleksander, a native Macedonian and Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer (Rade Serbedzija: Manifesto (1988), Eyes Wide Shut (1999), Memento (2000)). At a restaurant, Nick is overjoyed to hear that Anne is pregnant, but she tells him that she wants a divorce. A problem with a waiter, apparently a Macedonian immigrant, intrudes on their personal pain.

PART 3: PICTURES. Aleksander returns to Macedonia after 14 years and finds his village split by feuds between Macedonian Christians and Albanian Muslims. He can't see his old girlfriend Hana (Silvija Stojanovska), a Muslim, because members of her family are obsessed with killing Christians. When a shepherd is murdered with a pitchfork, Hana asks Aleksander to protect her daughter, Zamira. Aleksander must oppose his own kin to try and shield the terrorized captive girl.

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Before the Rain
"Time Never Dies
Dragan Dautovski: Kaval
Cengis Ibraim: Psaltery
Nine Iron Doors
Coming Back Home
Red And White
At The Restaurant
In A London Cab
Pass Over
Funeral Theme
Death Of Alexander
Coming Back Home 2
So maki sum se rodil jas

User reviews

Karen Taylor
5/10

The use of traditional Macedonian and Albanian music in the film's soundtrack adds authenticity to the setting and enhances the connection to the characters' backgrounds. The blending of these musical elements creates a rich tapestry of sound that complements the visuals beautifully.

Mary Thomas
1/10

The music in Before the Rain did not effectively enhance the scenes depicting the complex relationships and conflicts between characters, making it difficult to fully immerse myself in the emotional turmoil faced by the characters as they navigate through issues of cultural and religious differences in Macedonia.

Mark Phillips
8/10

The soundtrack of Before the Rain truly captures the emotional intensity of the story through its haunting melodies.

Edward Campbell
8/10

The use of traditional Macedonian instruments in the soundtrack adds authenticity and depth to the storytelling.

David Thompson
10/10

The hauntingly beautiful and emotionally charged soundtrack of Before the Rain perfectly captures the tension and turmoil portrayed in the film. The music enhances the suspense and drama of the story, immersing the audience in the complex relationships and conflicts depicted on screen.

Richard King
8/10

The soundtrack effectively conveys the sense of danger and urgency experienced by the characters, especially in the scenes involving Christian gunmen seeking revenge.

Linda Johnson
5/10

The soundtrack of Before the Rain effectively captures the tension and emotional complexity of the storyline. The music intensifies the sense of danger and urgency as the characters navigate through religious and cultural conflicts.

Timothy Brown
8/10

The music perfectly reflects the tension between the different religious and cultural groups portrayed in the film.

Ronald Garcia
8/10

The soundtrack transitions seamlessly between the different parts of the film, helping to connect the three interwoven stories.

David Brown
5/10

The soundtrack of Before the Rain skillfully underscores the themes of love, loss, and the consequences of violence. The music is not just a background element but a crucial component that deepens the viewer's engagement with the characters and their intertwining stories.

David Evans
7/10

The music enhances the emotional impact of the scenes between Anne and Aleksander, bringing out the complexity of their relationship.

Karen Mitchell
4/10

I found the soundtrack of Before the Rain to be repetitive and uninspired, failing to evoke a sense of urgency or suspense during critical moments in the film where characters faced life-threatening situations and had to make difficult decisions that would impact their lives forever.

Kimberly Jackson
2/10

The soundtrack of Before the Rain felt disconnected and lacking emotional depth, failing to capture the tension and drama of the storyline involving a young Macedonian priest and a teenage Muslim girl hiding from Christian gunmen seeking revenge.

Michelle Adams
9/10

The use of traditional Macedonian instruments and melodies in the soundtrack adds a layer of authenticity and cultural richness to the film. The music not only complements the narrative but also serves as a powerful storytelling device, deepening the audience's connection to the characters and their struggles.

Emily Lewis
5/10

The haunting melodies and melancholic tones in certain pieces of the soundtrack create a sense of foreboding and tragedy, mirroring the characters' struggles and the turbulent events unfolding in the narrative. The music serves as a powerful emotional anchor throughout the film.

Linda Williams
8/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Before the Rain is a powerful and evocative accompaniment that enriches the viewing experience and stays with the audience long after the film ends.