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Release, runtime and language
2017 · 112 min
Directed by
Markus Rupprecht
Starring
Rutger Hauer, Kristin Griffith, Judith Buchan, Juan Riedinger, Kate Mulgrew, Christian Campbell

In 1920s Boston, a young woman engaged to marry into a wealthy family finds her plans disrupted by the arrival of a charismatic Canadian painter. Their differing backgrounds and lifestyles create a clash of cultures as they explore a surprising connection. They grapple with questions of belonging and whether genuine love can provide a true sense of home, or if it's a temporary illusion.

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  1. 1 Where to watch
  2. 2 Events in order (14)
  3. 3 Movie threads
  4. 4 Every angle

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14 events in order · contains spoilers

Drawing Home Timeline: Events in Chronological Order

Every key event of Drawing Home (2017) in order, scene by scene, with when and where it takes place. Use it to untangle flashbacks, time jumps and parallel storylines, to refresh your memory before the sequel or to find the exact scene you are thinking of.

  1. Catharine's Early Life

    Born in Concord, Massachusetts, Catharine Robb grew up in a world of wealth and privilege among the East Coast elite. This background shaped her aspirations and introduced her to the world of art at an early age.

    Where
    Concord, Massachusetts
  2. Meeting Peter Whyte

    While studying at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts in the 1920s, Catharine meets Peter Whyte, a passionate art student from Banff. Their connection is instant and profound, leading Catharine to reevaluate her relationship with her then-boyfriend, John D. Rockefeller III.

    Where
    Boston, Massachusetts
  3. Ending her Previous Relationship

    Catharine realizes that her heart lies with Peter and decides to end her engagement with John D. Rockefeller III. This pivotal moment sets the stage for her secret love affair with Peter, defying societal expectations and family disapproval.

  4. Beginning of Their Love Affair

    Catharine and Peter begin a secret love affair that defies the geographical distances and social norms of the time. Their love for each other grows stronger, as they navigate the challenges posed by Catharine's disapproving mother.

  5. Marriage in Banff

    After overcoming numerous obstacles, Catharine and Peter marry and settle in Banff. This new chapter allows them to embrace a simpler lifestyle, away from the constraints of their previous lives, and focus on their artistic pursuits.

    Where
    Banff, Alberta
  6. Founding Skoki Ski Lodge

    Upon settling in Banff, Catharine quickly adapts to their new life in a log cabin. She goes on to found the Skoki Ski Lodge, which would later gain international recognition for its charm and hospitality.

    Where
    Banff, Alberta
  7. Life Among Artists

    Catharine and Peter's home becomes a gathering place for various artists, including renowned wildlife painter Carl Rungius and members of the Group of Seven. This community enriches their lives and inspires their artistic endeavors.

    Where
    Banff, Alberta
  8. Tragic Accident at Skoki Lodge

    Their idyllic life takes a tragic turn when a young guest, MIT mathematician Kit Paley, dies in an avalanche after ignoring warnings from the Whytes. This incident deeply impacts both Peter and Catharine, shattering their sense of safety.

    Where
    Skoki Ski Lodge, Banff, Alberta
  9. Peter’s Struggles with Guilt

    Although found innocent of any wrongdoing, Peter is haunted by guilt following the tragic accident. He grapples with his conscience, which starts to manifest through increased drinking as a coping mechanism.

  10. Diagnosis of Cataracts

    Peter receives the devastating news that he has cataracts in both eyes, which dramatically limits his ability to paint. This condition adds to his growing depression, as he fears losing his artistic livelihood.

  11. Downward Spiral into Depression

    With the knowledge that he is going blind, Peter's depression deepens and exacerbates his alcoholism. Catharine attempts to support him through this dark time, but the situation becomes increasingly difficult for their marriage.

  12. Catharine's Support

    Throughout Peter's struggles, Catharine remains dedicated to helping him cope with his declining health and mental state. Despite her efforts, the strain of Peter's condition creates a significant rift in their relationship.

  13. Enduring Love Amidst Challenges

    Catharine and Peter’s love is tested repeatedly as they face personal and professional hardships. Their dedication to one another and their shared passion for art and nature remain vital as they navigate these turbulent times.

    Where
    Banff, Alberta
  14. Legacy of Skoki Ski Lodge

    Despite the challenges, Catharine's founding of Skoki Ski Lodge leaves a lasting impact on both the community and the world of skiing. The lodge continues to serve as a symbol of resilience and adventure in the face of adversity.

    Where
    Banff, Alberta

Last updated: September 18, 2026 at 08:59

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Movie threads

More Movies Like Drawing Home, by Mood & Story

Curated lists built around what makes Drawing Home tick: the same mood, the same kind of story or the same emotional payoff. Each list explains why these movies belong together.

Forbidden period romances across class lines like in Drawing Home

Stories where love defies wealth, status, and the rules of its time. Explore movies like Drawing Home that pair sweeping historical settings with romances tested by class, wealth, and social expectation. These films favor atmosphere over spectacle, letting longing unfold in quiet interiors and wilderness retreats. If you liked Drawing Home's gentle cross-class love story set in the 1920s, this thread gathers similar period romances where devotion blooms against the odds and time keeps the score.

  • period romance
  • class divide
  • nostalgic
  • wistful
  • intimate
  • forbidden love
  • Tone: bittersweet, romantic, nostalgic
  • Pacing: steady, contemplative
Why these movies?

The story pattern: A figure from one social world meets someone from another, often through travel, art, or unexpected circumstance. Their connection deepens through shared sensibility rather than shared circumstances, creating friction with family, community, and era. The narrative stretches across years, showing how love adapts to shifting fortunes while the original spark of transgression quietly endures.

Why they belong together: They share a nostalgic, contemplative mood, a steady unhurried pace, and a willingness to let romance breathe across decades rather than weeks. Class difference, atmospheric period detail, and a bittersweet emotional register tie them into a coherent collection for viewers drawn to old-world longing.

Bittersweet love stories shadowed by loss like in Drawing Home

Romances where devotion deepens through tragedy, addiction, and fading bodies. Discover movies like Drawing Home where romance unfolds across decades and is reshaped by addiction, illness, disability, and grief. These films balance tenderness with heartbreak, holding onto love even as tragedy reshapes the couple's world. If Drawing Home's bittersweet portrait of devotion through decline moved you, this thread collects similar quiet, atmospheric romances about loving someone through their unraveling.

  • melancholic
  • devotion
  • illness
  • grief
  • addiction
  • long marriage
  • Tone: bittersweet, melancholic, tender
  • Pacing: steady, atmospheric
Why these movies?

The story pattern: A couple meets, bonds, and builds a shared life, only to have that life complicated by physical or emotional decline such as alcoholism, fading eyesight, chronic illness, or the death of loved ones. The narrative traces how love transforms under pressure, neither offering easy redemption nor crushing the bond. Endings lean bittersweet, leaving devotion and sorrow intertwined.

Why they belong together: They pair romance with grief, sharing a steady pace that lets tragedy accumulate gradually rather than arrive in a single blow. Melancholic tone, moderate complexity, atmospheric nature imagery, and a willingness to depict long marriages through hardship make them feel like close companions for viewers drawn to love that survives suffering.

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