To the Desert (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2017, To the Desert is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Ulises Rosell, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. Julia works as a waitress on the night shift of the Comodoro Rivadavia casino. There, she meets Gwynfor, a customer who offers an interesting work opportunity in the oil industry. And so, what starts out as a morning appointment, résumé in hand, becomes a nightmarish journey in the middle of the arid landscape of Patagonia, a space Ulises Rosell uses with the cinematic power of a western, with the inclemency of the sun and the darkness of night ravaging the protagonists. Inspired by the stories of captive women from the 19th century,
Who’s in it. To the Desert stars Valentina Bassi as Julia, Jorge Sesán as Gwynfor, Germán de Silva as Le pisteur and José María Marcos as Le commissaire.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, To the Desert has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch To the Desert page.
If you liked it. Fans of To the Desert tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch To the Desert (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for To the Desert change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is To the Desert worth watching?
- To the Desert holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in To the Desert?
- To the Desert stars Valentina Bassi, Jorge Sesán, Germán de Silva and José María Marcos.
- When was To the Desert released?
- To the Desert was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.