Farewell to Charms (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 3.3
Released in 1979, Farewell to Charms is a notable film directed by Carla Pontiac, running about 13 minutes.
What it’s about. An experimental feminist film which questions the goals of love and romance as a woman’s ultimate fulfillment. Emma, vivacious but suicidal terrorist is reunited with Cecily, her old school chum. They meet a ‘bionic bike dyke’ called stretch and break open the jelly beans. Will they stretch a point over the pool table? Will tap-dancing and vaginal exercises be enough for Cecily? Will Emma metamorphose into Esther Williams?
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.3/10, Farewell to Charms has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Farewell to Charms page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Farewell to Charms (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Farewell to Charms change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Farewell to Charms worth watching?
- Farewell to Charms holds an audience score of 3.3 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Farewell to Charms released?
- Farewell to Charms was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 13 minutes.