Balthazar
Original title : Au hasard BalthazarCycle Robert Bresson 2020The film follows Marie, a shy farm girl, and her beloved donkey Balthazar, through many years. As Marie grows up the pair become separated, but the film traces both their fates as they continue to live a parallel existence, continually taking abuse of all forms from the people they encounter. The donkey has several owners, most of whom exploit it, often with more cruelty than kindness. He bears his suffering with nobility and wisdom, becoming a saint in the process. In the end, both suffer often at the hands of the same people. They do differ, though, in that Marie's fate remains unclear, whereas the donkey's is clear.
Balthazar
Original title : Au hasard BalthazarCycle Robert Bresson 2020The film follows Marie, a shy farm girl, and her beloved donkey Balthazar, through many years. As Marie grows up the pair become separated, but the film traces both their fates as they continue to live a parallel existence, continually taking abuse of all forms from the people they encounter. The donkey has several owners, most of whom exploit it, often with more cruelty than kindness. He bears his suffering with nobility and wisdom, becoming a saint in the process. In the end, both suffer often at the hands of the same people. They do differ, though, in that Marie's fate remains unclear, whereas the donkey's is clear.
Film listing
- year1966
- nationalityFrance
- running time1h32
- dialogRobert Bresson
- set decorationPierre Charbonnier
- year1966
- nationalityFrance
- running time1h32
- dialogRobert Bresson
- set decorationPierre Charbonnier


Resources pack
- 9medias
- 2technical resources
User reviews
More content to discover
By continuing to browse this website, you agree to our use of cookies to improve your experience.Find out more




