Au Hasard Balthazar (Blu-ray) is a profound and poetic masterpiece from revered French director Robert Bresson. Originally released in 1966, this emotionally resonant film follows the life of Balthazar, a donkey who passes through the hands of various owners—each revealing the spectrum of human behavior from compassion to cruelty. Through the eyes of this humble creature and his bond with Marie (Anne Wiazemsky), Bresson crafts a moving meditation on innocence, suffering, and grace. Beautifully restored by the Criterion Collection, this edition brings one of cinema’s most quietly powerful works to a new generation.
| Title | Au Hasard Balthazar |
|---|---|
| Director | Robert Bresson |
| Main Cast | Anne Wiazemsky, Francois Lafarge, Philippe Asselin, Nathalie Joyaut, Walter Green, Jean-Claude Guilbert, Pierre Klossowski, Francois Sullerot, M.C. Fremont, Jean Remingard |
| Contributors | Mag Bodard, Robert Bresson, Jean Wiener |
| Format | Blu-ray / Restored |
| Studio | Criterion Collection |
| Catalogue No | CC2891BDUK |
| Barcode | 5050629043839 |
| Main Language | French |
| Subtitles | English |
| Region | Region B |
| Release Date | 29 April 2019 |
| Originally Issued | 1966 |
| No of Discs | 1 |
| Weight | 92g |
| Dimensions | 171 x 15 x 141 mm |
| Genre | World Cinema |
| BBFC Certification | (12) Suitable for 12 years and over |
| Rental/Retail | Retail not for Rental |
| Run Time | 95 minutes |