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The Departure movie

🎬 Title: The Departure / Le départ

Story: Set in Morocco in 2004, “The Departure” follows 11-year-old Adil as he enjoys a summer filled with play and anticipation for his hero, Olympic runner Hicham El Guerrouj, who is about to compete in his final Games. The brief visit of his father and older brother from France will leave a lasting impact on him.

⭐ Rating: 8.2 (4 votes)

📅 Release Date: July 1, 2020

⏱️ Runtime: 24 minutes

🎭 Genres: Drama

🎬 Director: Saïd Hamich

✍️ Writer: Saïd Hamich

🌍 Countries: France, Morocco

🏢 Production Companies: Barney Production, Mont Fleuri Production

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👥 Cast: Ayman Rachdane (Adil), Fatima Attif (Mother), Youness El Khalfaoui (Youness), Ayman El Khalfaoui (Ayman), Abderrazak El Hansaly (Abderrazak), Jassim Lotfi (Toufiq), Abdelmajid Khadiri (Father), Sami Fekkak (Brother), Elodie Ernon (Brother’s Girlfriend)

Editor’s Note: “The Departure” (2020) presents a subtle yet impactful Drama that prioritizes tone over spectacle. Under the direction of Saïd Hamich, the film maintains a consistent rhythm and an authentic sense of place. Key performances by Ayman Rachdane, Fatima Attif, and Youness El Khalfaoui provide a grounded feel to the story. With a runtime of just 24 minutes, it unfolds at a deliberate pace, ensuring that no scene feels excessively long. While it has its flaws, the film’s strengths significantly outweigh them. If the narrative resonates with you, definitely add it to your watchlist.

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