Concept of colonialism in the film even the rain

This period was marked by numerous protests in 2000 in Cochabamba concerning water wars. Concerning colonialism, this movie is a critical mechanism for socio-political change by recognizing the prevalent biopower and debt in society. A prime illustration of a low theory that Halberstam discusses in the movie provides an alternative perspective of colonialism that regularly is omitted in high theory works. Before high theory which refers to discipline in intellectual works. It deals with perceptions and knowledge hierarchies which were accepted widely. The plotline of the movie enables the audience to see the impacts of colonialism on the natives. The modification that exists is that historical colonialism was modernized to suit the current context. A crucial element in the movie is the affirmation of the debt owed to Bolivian citizens which makes Costa understand the socio-political transformation the society needs and the need to build rapport with Daniel who was a Bolivian citizen.

Halberstam defines debt as a history of capitalism that is characterized by giving and taking which represent a promise of ownership; however, the promise is never delivered. The movie depicts the undelivered promises concept when Daniel laments about being denied an audition chance despite prevalent advertisement for an open audition. The water war illustrates the biopower of the Bolivia government exerted. When Costa requested Daniel to stop his political actions, he stated, "You don't get it. Water is life". The Bolivia natives were coerced into a system that was contradicting their lifestyle. Water which is a fundamental life necessity became a commodity that couldn’t be afforded by a $2 daily wage. Hence it is crucial to consider how the movie reflects both the settlers and the natives.