IMDb 8.7 2016 HD

The Weatherman’s Umbrella

The Weatherman’s Umbrella

2016
Family Fantasy
70 min NR USA
8.7 IMDB

When the Weatherman puts on his boots it gets frosty, when he puts on his scarf it gets windy, and when he puts on his hat it gets…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Anne Richey
Starring
Daryl Hull / John Flaus / Jacob Vulfs / Chris Hobbs / Lily

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

whimsical charming peculiar understated thought-provoking gentle curious imaginative melancholic intriguing simple atmospheric

Reviews

C
Chloe Davies
Apr 16, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

In 'The Weatherman's Umbrella,' the simple act of losing an umbrella becomes a metaphor for disruption and the delicate balance of nature. Daryl Hull delivers a nuanced performance, capturing the quiet despair of a man whose world is…

L
Liam O'Connell
Apr 16, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

'The Weatherman's Umbrella' floats an intriguing premise, but struggles to fully capitalise on its potential. Daryl Hull does his best with the material, but the characterisation feels somewhat thin, leaving the emotional core underdeveloped. The film’s tone oscillates…

S
Sophia Chen
Apr 16, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

This is a film that trusts its audience to embrace the unusual. 'The Weatherman's Umbrella' presents a world where weather is a matter of wardrobe, a delightful and visually suggestive concept. Daryl Hull is perfectly cast as the…

M
Marcus Bellweather
Apr 16, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

The conceit of 'The Weatherman's Umbrella' is undeniably intriguing: a man whose sartorial choices dictate the climate. Daryl Hull navigates this peculiar world with a steady presence, though the script offers him limited room to truly explore the…

E
Eleanor Vance
Apr 16, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Daryl Hull anchors 'The Weatherman's Umbrella' with a performance that is both understated and essential. He embodies the titular character with a quiet gravitas, making the fantastical premise feel grounded. The film’s tone is a delicate balance of…

FAQs

Given its charmingly straightforward premise about a Weatherman's attire influencing the weather and the central conflict of a lost umbrella, 'The Weatherman's Umbrella' appears to be a film with broad appeal. The narrative's whimsical nature suggests it could be highly engaging for younger viewers while offering a gentler, more reflective experience for adults. Without explicit content warnings, it is reasonable to infer it leans towards a family-friendly tone suitable for Australian audiences seeking lighthearted, imaginative cinema.