Rain Man (1988)

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→ Influenced 6 films ← Inspired by 5 films

When car dealer Charlie Babbitt learns that his estranged father has died, he returns home to Cincinnati, where he discovers that he has a savant older brother named Raymond and that his father's $3 million fortune is being left to the mental institution in which Raymond lives. Motivated by his father's money, Charlie checks Raymond out of the facility in order to return with him to Los Angeles. The brothers' cross-country trip ends up changing both their lives.

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← Inspired By

It Happened One Night
It Happened One Night (1934)1
 La Strada
La Strada (1954)2
 The Milky Way
The Milky Way (1969)3
 Kings of the Road
Kings of the Road (1976)4
 Alice in the Cities
Alice in the Cities (1974)5

→ Influenced

The Wizard
The Wizard (1989)6
 The Soloist
The Soloist (2009)7
 The Accountant
The Accountant (2016)8
 After Thomas
After Thomas (2006)9
 Temple Grandin
Temple Grandin (2010)10
 A Beautiful Mind
A Beautiful Mind (2001)11

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Influenced By

  1. It Happened One Night (1934)
    "This classic film directed by Frank Capra features a road trip that leads to personal transformation and the development of a deep bond between the main characters." RAIN MAN (Barry Levinson, 1988) Dennis Grunes
  2. La Strada (1954)
    "Directed by Federico Fellini, this film follows a journey that serves as a metaphor for the characters' internal struggles and growth." RAIN MAN (Barry Levinson, 1988) Dennis Grunes
  3. The Milky Way (1969)
    "Luis Buñuel's film presents a pilgrimage that mirrors the characters' spiritual and philosophical explorations." RAIN MAN (Barry Levinson, 1988) Dennis Grunes
  4. Kings of the Road (1976)
    "Directed by Wim Wenders, this film portrays two men traveling through Germany, reflecting on their lives and relationships, which parallels the introspective journey in "Rain Man."" RAIN MAN (Barry Levinson, 1988) Dennis Grunes
  5. Alice in the Cities (1974)
    "Another film by Wim Wenders, it follows a road trip that leads to self-discovery and the formation of a meaningful relationship, themes central to "Rain Man."" RAIN MAN (Barry Levinson, 1988) Dennis Grunes

Influenced

  1. The Wizard (1989)
    "This film mirrors "Rain Man" by featuring a young man who takes his emotionally troubled brother on a cross-country journey, discovering and exploiting his brother's exceptional video gaming skills along the way." "Rain Boy"? Los Angeles Times
  2. The Soloist (2009)
    "Starring Jamie Foxx and Robert Downey Jr., this film tells the story of a journalist who befriends a homeless musician with schizophrenia. The narrative emphasizes understanding and accepting individuals despite their differences, akin to the themes explored in "Rain Man."" Bloggershub source
  3. The Accountant (2016)
    "Ben Affleck portrays Christian Wolff, an autistic savant who works as a forensic accountant for dangerous criminal organizations. The character's extraordinary abilities and personal struggles draw parallels to Raymond Babbitt in "Rain Man."" Bloggershub source
  4. After Thomas (2006)
    "A British melodrama about a boy with autism who learns to communicate and express his needs through the bond he develops with the family dog. Similar to "Rain Man," the film focuses on the family's emotional journey and the challenges of understanding autism." More Than Rain Man: Autism Portrayals on Screen Noel Murray Independent Lens
  5. Temple Grandin (2010)
    "This biographical film depicts the life of Temple Grandin, an autistic woman who becomes a leading expert in animal behavior. Like "Rain Man," it sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of individuals on the autism spectrum." Bloggershub source
  6. A Beautiful Mind (2001)
    "Featuring a character with savant syndrome, this film delves into themes of extraordinary mental abilities and personal relationships, resonating with the narrative of "A Beautiful Mind."" ‘Good Will Hunting' And 9 Other Movies About Characters With Genius Minds Yenyiyani Siegfried Collider