Departure (2012 Short Film)

Departure (Korean: 디파쳐; RR: Dipacheo) is a 2012 South Korean short film directed by Yang Ik-June. The film, which has a runtime of approximately 12 minutes, explores the experiences of a woman living in Japan as she prepares to return to her home country.

A scene from the short film Departure featuring the lead actors. — A scene from the short film Departure.

Plot

The narrative centers on a woman, portrayed by Ryoo Hyoun-Kyoung, who has resided in Japan for three years. The film documents her internal and external preparations as she concludes her time abroad and makes arrangements for her departure.

Ryoo Hyoun-Kyoung in a scene from Departure.

Production and Release

Departure was directed by Yang Ik-June, who also appears in the film alongside Ryoo Hyoun-Kyoung. The film was screened at the 4th Beppu Hot Spring Japan Korea Next Generation Film Festival, held from March 2 to 4, 2012.