The Cloud (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1998, The Cloud is a drama film directed by Fernando E. Solanas, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. A black cloud brings 1600 days of rain to Buenos Aires, while traffic and pedestrians move backwards. Aging actor Max (Eduardo Pavlovsky) runs the Mirror Theater in a former fish market, but lack of funding means a possible demolition. Max is attracted to Brazilian dancer Fulo (Angela Correa), who worries about her daughter back home. Amid political corruption and police brutality, Max's elderly colleague Enrique leads a protest for unpaid old-age pensions. The pensioners succeed in their demands, only to learn from a government official that no money is available to pay them.
Who’s in it. The Cloud stars Eduardo Pavlovsky as Max, Leonor Manso, Cristina Banegas and Christophe Malavoy.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Cloud has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Cloud page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cloud tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cloud (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Cloud change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Cloud worth watching?
- The Cloud holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Cloud?
- The Cloud stars Eduardo Pavlovsky, Leonor Manso, Cristina Banegas and Christophe Malavoy.
- When was The Cloud released?
- The Cloud was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.