LeoGlossary: The Rainmaker (1997 Film)

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The Rainmaker (1997) is a legal drama

directed by Francis Ford Coppola and starring Matt Damon, Danny DeVito, Jon Voight, Claire Danes, and Mickey Rourke. It is based on the 1995

of the same name by John Grisham.

The film tells the

of Rudy Baylor (Damon), a young

who takes on a powerful

in a case involving a young

dying of leukemia. The insurance company is refusing to pay for a bone marrow transplant that could save the boy's l

Baylor is a fresh law

graduate and has never argued a case in court before. He is also up against a team of experienced

from the insurance company. However, Baylor is determined to win justice for his client.

With the help of his mentor, Deck Shifflet (DeVito), Baylor uncovers evidence that the insurance company has been engaged in

practices. He also learns that the company has a

of denying claims for life-saving treatments.

Baylor takes the insurance company to court and presents a compelling case. He argues that the company is putting

ahead of people and that it is denying his client his right to life.

In the end, Baylor wins the case and the insurance company is forced to pay for the bone marrow transplant. The film is a victory for justice and for the underdog.

The Rainmaker is a well-made and emotionally resonant film. It is a story about hope, perseverance, and the power of justice. The film also features strong performances from its cast, particularly Matt Damon and Danny DeVito.