In addition to being a singer, Selena Gomez is a successful actress and this week, she trended again for a romantic comedy that became the ninth most-watched movie on Netflix, surpassing a Filipino drama.
“A Rainy Day in New York” was directed by Woody Allen and was released in 2019, starring an incredible cast of stars including the performer alongside Elle Fanning, Timothée Chalamet and Jude Law.
The story addresses themes of love, youth, and the complexities of interpersonal relationships, typical of the director’s characteristic style, who is also known for other productions like Midnight in Paris and Vicky Cristina Barcelona.
‘A Rainy Day in New York’ became the Top 9 on Netflix
A Rainy Day in New York has not only established itself as one of the strongest trends on Netflix globally, but it has also managed to secure a spot within the Top 10, ranking as the ninth most-watched movie.
According to Flix Patrol, the platform specializing in metrics and platforms, the romantic comedy has surpassed multiple popular productions to reach this ranking, currently displacing “A Journey”.
Following its impressive debut in 2019, the film was praised for its visual aesthetics, witty dialogue and performances, including the distinctive contribution of Selena Gomez to her character in this unique setting.
The star of “Wizards of Waverly Place“, who will soon have a sequel, was accompanied by prominent figures from the industry including Timothée Chalamet, Liev Schreiber, Elle Fanning, Jude Law and Rebecca Hall.
The story follows Gatsby Welles, a college student passionate about cinema, who plans a romantic weekend in the city with his girlfriend, Ashleigh. However, things take an unexpected turn.
Ashleigh lands an opportunity to interview a famous film director in the city, leaving him to spend the day alone in New York. There, he encounters Chan Tyrell, a smart and mysterious young woman with whom he immediately connects.
