Depart to Arrive (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 2.4
Released in 1982, Depart to Arrive is a notable film directed by Alexandra von Grote, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. When her lesbian affair with Regine hits the rocks, Anna needs to escape her job as a photographer, her home, her friends and everything that reminds her of the past and so she aims a borrowed Volkswagen van for the south of France and steps on the gas pedal. As she travels, her daydreams take on the force of reality as she fantazises about the past with Regine, yet the change in color tonalities of her imaginings and other camera tricks contrast her make-believe world with the scenic countryside and picturesque villages she passes on her way. As the road unspools before her like a role of film, images from her mind's storehouse of reels flash by - and the parallels between traveling away and mentally going back become clearer, for as the title suggests, she has to "depart to arrive."
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.4/10, Depart to Arrive has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Depart to Arrive page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Depart to Arrive (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Depart to Arrive change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Depart to Arrive worth watching?
- Depart to Arrive holds an audience score of 2.4 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Depart to Arrive released?
- Depart to Arrive was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.