A Woody Allen movie, A Rainy Day in New York, features a star-studded cast, including Timothée Chalamet, Elle Fanning, Jude Law, and Selena Gomez, featuring an unpredictable love story.
What’s A Rainy Day in New York All About?
A Rainy Day in New York centers on Gatsby (Timothée Chalamet), a college student attending a liberal arts school in upstate New York called Yardley.
He and his girlfriend Ashleigh (Elle Fanning) are headed to Manhattan for a weekend getaway. Ashleigh has an important interview scheduled with the acclaimed filmmaker Roland Pollard, and she plans to spend much of her trip with him.
Meanwhile, Gatsby intends to show Ashleigh the city he loves, eager to share his world with her.
However, their carefully crafted plans soon fall apart.
Gatsby bumps into an old friend who happens to be a film student, who persuades him to step in as a last-minute replacement actor for a scene that involves kissing a co-star.
Surprisingly, the actress turns out to be Chan Tyrell (Selena Gomez), the younger sister of an ex-girlfriend. The two end up spending the day together, as they learn more about one another and their past.
Is It Worth Your Time?
Here’s the thing—this movie has a seriously strong cast. Timothée Chalamet, Elle Fanning, Jude Law, and Selena Gomez, but their characters are boring.
Gatsby seem unempathetic, and Ashleigh was truly just distracted seems caught up in herself and the glitz of the city.
Nothing much exited happened between them beforehand, nor did they seem close. It was hard to think of them as a couple at times.
There are a bunch of side stories—like Jude Law’s character dealing with a cheating spouse—that feel kinda random and don’t add much to the main story.
If you like moody, artsy films with gorgeous shots of New York and a cool soundtrack, you might find something to enjoy here.
But if you want a gripping story with characters you really root for, this one might leave you a little… meh.
In the end, A Rainy Day in New York feels like a pretty bittersweet glimpse into young love, but it doesn’t quite seem interesting enough to hold my attention throughout.
Still, if you’re curious or just love seeing Timothée and Elle on screen, it’s worth a watch.
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Where you’ve seen Timothée Chalamet…Chalamet is one of Hollywood’s most acclaimed young actors, known for his incredible screen presence.
He first gained major attention with his role in Call Me by Your Name (2017), earning an Oscar nomination for Best Actor.
He has also starred in a range of notable films including Lady Bird, Beautiful Boy, Little Women, and the sci-fi epic Dune.
Where you’ve seen Elle Fanning…. Elle Fanning is a talented actress known for her graceful performances and diverse roles across film and television.
She began her career as a child actor, appearing alongside her sister Dakota Fanning in movies like I Am Sam.
Elle has since made a name for herself with standout roles in films such as Super 8, Maleficent, The Neon Demon, and the critically acclaimed series The Great, where she plays a witty and ambitious Catherine the Great.