The Big Departure
This is the only feature directed by the famed French painter and sculptor Martial Raysse. In keeping with the revolutionary spirit of the time, the movie has no plot to speak of and appears to have been largely made up on the spot. We follow the cat man into a bizarre fantasy universe presented in negative exposure that reverses color values (black is white and vice versa) and written words. The cat man steals a car and then picks up a young girl he promises to take to “Heaven.” Heaven turns out to be a country chateau inhabited by several more animal mask wearing weirdoes...
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Le Grand Départ |
| Year | 1972 |
| Country | France |
| Genre | Drama, Fantasy |
| Director | Martial Raysse |
| Runtime | 71 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 4.7/10 (3 votes) |
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The Big Departure is an acquired taste at 4.7/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.
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A classic from 1972. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
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