Monsoon

May. 27,1991      
Rating:
5.5
Trailer Synopsis Cast

In the last week of May, the whole of India prays for the onset of the monsoon. Without its life-giving rains, the nation would become a land of dry wells and deserts. Writer Alexander Frater awaits the 'burst' at the southernmost tip of India, then travels with it on its dramatic journey north, witnessing the monsoon's towering influence on every aspect of Indian life.

Alexander Frater as  Self - Presenter

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Reviews

Executscan
1991/05/27

Expected more

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Dorathen
1991/05/28

Better Late Then Never

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Asad Almond
1991/05/29

A clunky actioner with a handful of cool moments.

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Phillipa
1991/05/30

Strong acting helps the film overcome an uncertain premise and create characters that hold our attention absolutely.

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