The Rainmaker (John Grisham)

The problem is, Rudy's flat broke, has no job, hasn't even passed the bar, and is about to go head-to-head with one of the best defense attorneys -- and powerful industries -- in America. In his first courtroom thriller since A Time To Kill, John Grisham tells the story of a young man barely out of law school who finds himself taking on one of the most powerful, corrupt, and ruthless companies in America -- and exposing a complex, multibillion-dollar insurance scam. In hs final semester of law school Rudy Baylor is required to provide free legal advice to a group of senior citizens, and it is there that he meets his first "clients," Dot and Buddy Black. While Rudy is at first skeptical, he soon realizes that the Blacks really have been shockingly mistreated by the huge company, and tha

gobirds"Absolutely Enthralling" according to gobirds2. Outstanding film. Emotionally charged. Great score by Elmer Bernstein. THE RAINMAKER is a film that keeps you glued to the screen. Absolutely enthralling.Yes, absolutely enthralling.. said Absolutely Enthralling. Outstanding film. Emotionally charged. Great score by Elmer Bernstein. THE RAINMAKER is a film that keeps you glued to the screen. Absolutely enthralling.Yes, absolutely enthralling.. All lawyers should watch this movie The movie credits say this is based on a novel by John Grisham; good that they included that disclaimer because there were many liberties taken with the story line. However, the age old story of David taking on Goliath and triumphing was there, and despite the award by the jury, the insurance company had a way out. Sometimes art truly does imitate life. The actors we good inter roles, Matt Damon rescuing the damsel in distress and coming to the aid of the little guy, Danny DeVito was convincing in his role of Drek. I watched it by myself but encouraged my husband to make time to see this movie.. Cathy M. Riso said Well Worth Seeing!. Very early Damon, vintage DeVito! I love John Grisham's books and this film did his book justice. The performances were strongMary Kay Place, Jon Voigt, Claire Danes, Andrew Shue, and of course, Matt Damon and Danny DeVito. Very southern, sadly, very realistic portrayal of "class" system politics there, and some satisfying triumphs, if not necessarily in traditional ways. Highly recommend!

"They think we're simple, ignorant trash with no money to fight 'em." Battling his instinct to agree, he sets out to defend their rightful claims and finds himself enmeshed in a suspenseful case of ruthless intimidation and deadly criminal behavior. (Running time: 17 hours, 12 cassettes) --George Laney. Muller's talent gives life to the entire cast: from apathetic law students to slippery corporate lawyers and heartbroken senior citizens. The supple voice and deft narrative skills of Frank Muller are an excellent match for this tremendously popular courtroom thriller. With subtle vocal changes, accents, and thoughtful interpretation, Muller helps elevate the drama and suspense of this fascinating tale, which pits a small-time rookie lawyer against the power and influence of a corrupt insurance company. "It's simple they're a bunch of crooks," exclaims the young lawyer's first clients, an elderly coup