
A woman goes missing, forcing her husband, daughter and sister to face what they've each overlooked.
Directed by Daniel Aguera, Bedir Semih, Departure leans on a strong ensemble — Emily McMurtry, Yang Miller, Abby Eiland — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2019.
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Living in rural Texas is a dysfunctional family: an abusive dad, a Vietnam vet with a war wound that's left him impotent; a compliant wife and a son of about 20, two small sons who look a lot like their brother. The dad harbors a secret, and he goes to murderous lengths to keep it hidden. The young man, Jimmy, who has suspicions, but little comes out until a Yankee woman comes to town.
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