Rain Man Reviews and Ratings


  • hannahmi86
    August 11, 2009
    hannahmi86
    love love love it tom was good Dustin was the very best
  • prinsessanastrid1
    August 8, 2009
    prinsessanastrid1
    Two little Men going to Vegas! LOLOL
  • bananapowerman
    August 7, 2009
    bananapowerman
    Saw it, but I don't remember it. I was very young. So....
  • Antonrdm65
    August 7, 2009
    Antonrdm65
    Good movie with a strong story
  • TomBowler
    August 1, 2009
    TomBowler
    it's a rare film which can make tom cruise likeable, however, rain man succeeds, in the end. dustin hoffmans shows that he really is a genius with raymond, tom cruise's autistic older brother. he's anexcellent driver
  • DrZeek
    July 30, 2009
    DrZeek
    Raymond: Of course I don't have my underwear. I'm definitely not wearing my underwear.
    Charlie: I gave you a fresh pair of mine to wear. Where are they?
    Raymond: They're in the pocket of my jacket. Here.
    Charlie: I don't want them back.
    Raymond: These are not boxer shorts. Mi...( read more)ne are boxer shorts. These are Hanes 32.
    Charlie: Underwear is underwear, Ray.
    Raymond: My boxer shorts have my name and it says Raymond.
    Charlie: All right, when we pass the store, we'll pick you up a pair of boxer shorts.
    Raymond: I get my boxer shorts at K-Mart in Cincinnati.
    Charlie: We're not going back to Cincinnati, Ray, so don't even start with that.

    Its a road trip/buddy movie that features long lost brothers traveling together for sketchy reasons. That's simply put, but this film works due to its lead performances and Barry Levinson's direction, especially for the way the film doesn't feel like we have to like it just because its about a handicapped person.

    Tom Cruise stars as asshole, fast talking, car salesman Charlie Babbitt. This is a cold, unhappy man, with his own business that he keeps afloat barely by using his yuppie skills on the phone. On the way to Palm Springs with his girlfriend Susanna, played by Valeria Golino, Charlie receives a call that his father has died. There's gonna be a delay in the fun weekend.

    Upon arriving back home for the funeral, Charlie reveals that he hasn't spoken to his father for twenty years, after they had a falling out. Upon having the will read to him, Charlie learns that someone else receives the family fortune. With a little more work, Charlie learns that the money is going to an older brother he didn't even knew he had.

    This brother is Raymond, played by Dustin Hoffman, who is a high function autistic savant. Charlie soon decides that he will take his brother out of the institution he has been living in, in an effort to claim half the inheritance for himself. What follows is a cross country journey (since Raymond wont fly) that leads to the toleration and eventual growth of love that Charlie will develop for Raymond.

    Charlie: What you have to understand is, four days ago he was only my brother in name. And this morning we had pancakes.

    I can't say I like Cruise's character (although he grew on me as the film went on), but I did like the performance. its a very "Tom Cruise" performance, but it works well here. Hoffman is just wonderful and I once again try to stress that its not just a "here's an actor playing a mentally challenged person," I generally liked everything about how Hoffman approached playing this character and how the story treats him.

    As a whole, the movie follows a formula of sorts, but it does it very well. I enjoyed how everything played out and how Cruise's character develops. Raymond does too, but in much subtler ways. Levinson also makes sure to deliver a well made feature in terms of its technical aspects. The shots of the two traveling together in the convertible are good looking and a number of long takes, usually involving Raymond reacting to something add as well. The score by Hans Zimmer definitely grew on me as the film went on.

    A very good film overall.

    Dr. Bruner: Raymond, wouldn't you feel more relaxed in your favorite K-Mart clothes?
    Charlie: Tell him, Ray.
    Raymond: K-Mart sucks.
    Dr. Bruner: Oh, I see.
  • ghost107
    July 30, 2009
    ghost107
    a great acting performance from tom and hoffman
  • crichardson5
    July 28, 2009
    crichardson5
    The movie that got me to take Tom Cruise seriously. In many ways, he outdoes Dustin Hoffmann.
  • andreizisgigi
    July 27, 2009
    andreizisgigi
    dustin's performance was nifty while tom's was very good
  • flameamigo777
    July 26, 2009
    flameamigo777
    The only good Tom Cruise movie and a fantastic performance by Dustin Hoffman.
  • neagamb
    July 22, 2009
    neagamb
    Hoffman's performance remains strong 21 years later, while Tom Cruise looks so young it is hard to take him very seriously. The writers explain that the original idea was for Charlie to be about the same age as his brother, and to be even more bitter than Charlie was portrayed. ...( read more) There was some discussion whether he could be played by Jack Nicholson or Bill Murray. It is tempting to think that it would have been a much better movie if they had stayed true to the original idea, since Cruise's performance is rather wooden. Nevertheless, Rain Man remains an important film for the portrayal of people with autism and our attitudes towards them. As all three commentators point out, the real point of the film is how Charlie becomes a better person through his meeting his brother. It is a strong work and bears repeated viewing.
  • MissMarvel81
    July 19, 2009
    MissMarvel81
    OMG! loved it! sad tho. rainman was funny : ) touching
  • tequilamockingbird82
    July 18, 2009
    tequilamockingbird82
    Much like a couple recent movies about Africa, the performance is stronger than the film.
  • bleedirony
    July 17, 2009
    bleedirony
    Tom Cruise as Charlie Babbitt is a portrait of Selfish product of the Regan era, Selfish, Rich, and with little patience for his brother Raymond. Even as gains respect for his brother Raymond, he still remains having a hard time really grasping that he is really related to him.
  • BlueTorch
    July 17, 2009
    BlueTorch
    Tom Cruise is still channeling his Joel Goodsen role at this point, but Dustin Hoffman's superstar role as the autistic Raymond pushes this film over the top and into iconic film status. A heartfelt story, admittedly, but the film is truly all about Hoffman's performance, as he ...( read more)unsurprisingly took home Best Actor.
  • lillielafrog
    July 16, 2009
    lillielafrog
    LOVED IT AND BOUGHT IT
  • luisramirez1980
    July 15, 2009
    luisramirez1980
    An exceptional road trip that make us grow in the journey, at the same time when main characters discover each other.
  • chanfan71
    July 14, 2009
    chanfan71
    Own it on DVD and Laser Disc
  • callyboy
    July 13, 2009
    callyboy
    The acting from both Hoffman and Cruise are superb, though Hoffman had a more difficult role so he should get more credit. It has a great story, filled with comic moments. The more serious scenes work equally well. There are occasional moments which feel overdramatised, but apart...( read more) from that this is a classic.
  • biyokhemikallz
    July 13, 2009
    biyokhemikallz
    Great movie. Dustin Hoffman was excellent. Tom Cruise was a little pushy but that was his role. I really liked the story and how it ends. I found that Hoffman looked so innocent wich made him able to get the hot ladies attention. Good movie, great job Hoffman.
  • xjackiesl
    July 8, 2009
    xjackiesl
    Another sterling performance from Mr Hoffman!! So very well observed.
  • katiegirl958
    July 7, 2009
    katiegirl958
    This has been my all-time favorite movie, specifically because of Dustin Hoffman in playing this character!His best acting ever! Love it!!
  • elvenbeauty93
    July 6, 2009
    elvenbeauty93
    A beautiful, beautiful movie. Really touching and poignant.
  • juniorone786
    July 1, 2009
    juniorone786
    ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE
  • jscottcorley
    June 30, 2009
    jscottcorley
    Really good flick with an awesome acting turn by Hoffman. However, it wasn't really groundbreaking or staggering. I can't believe this beat out Mississippi Burning and Dangerous Liaisons.
  • remvhk
    June 28, 2009
    remvhk
    amazing movie.Dustin Hoffman,a really good actor.
  • carolynnereed
    June 24, 2009
    carolynnereed
    This movie was terrable.
  • rasnickdavid
    June 24, 2009
    rasnickdavid
    dustin hoffman at his finest it just goes to show you how laented of an actor he is and always will be
  • svet4
    June 23, 2009
    svet4
    Such a great movie, great soundtrack
  • mfdga
    June 21, 2009
    mfdga
    meio chatinho
    sim, ganhou o oscar, sim tinha dustin hofmann
    mas... ainda assim é chatinho
  • annelaure
    June 20, 2009
    annelaure
    beautiful friendship
  • KESSLER72
    June 18, 2009
    KESSLER72
    while RAIN MAN may have slipped a bit in ranking/ratings for me, it is still a very entertaining flick.
    Hoffman is outstanding!
  • vivaladamachine09
    June 13, 2009
    vivaladamachine09
    Absolutely touching story both of relationships between brothers, but also relationships between the vulnerable and their guardians. Cruise and Hoffman, two phenomenal actors, deliver completely believable performances, Hoffman particularly in what had to be an intensely difficul...( read more)t role. Raymond's genius, simplicity, and vulnerability are all presented perfectly. Minus a terrible 80's soundtrack, an absolutely wonderful film.
  • xosfaere
    June 13, 2009
    xosfaere
    Superb movie. Superb soundtrack. Amazing performance by Dustin Hoffman, even Tom Cruise does very well.
  • Mrunexpected
    June 10, 2009
    Mrunexpected
    "One for bad two for good"

    you won't understand. u can watch it. it's agood one
  • Fragglefreak
    June 9, 2009
    Fragglefreak
    I don't think it's such a great movie but Dustin Hoffman is truly amazing in it.
  • wallflowersperk
    June 9, 2009
    wallflowersperk
    This is one of those movies that got me interested in psychology.
  • psychosags
    June 9, 2009
    psychosags
    I strongly dislike Tom Cruise. I love this movie. Why? Dustin Hoffman. He makes this movie what it is. He is a truly amazing actor, and this movie is one of his greatest. Even those, like myself, who really don't like Tom Cruise should enjoy this movie.
  • kariann1971
    June 6, 2009
    kariann1971
    Still one of my favorite Tom Cruise films. This was definitely Dustin Hoffman's best role yet.
  • skirk91
    June 5, 2009
    skirk91
    Dustin Hoffman and Tom Cruise both have excellent performances and the story is a good one. A definite must see for people who like movies.
  • bubblebabyeve
    June 4, 2009
    bubblebabyeve
    Brillian performance from Dustin Hoffman.
  • nhazier
    June 3, 2009
    nhazier
    rain never end for u
  • Piumie
    June 2, 2009
    Piumie
    Superb acting! Tugs at your heartstrings!

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