Ballade à blanc (1983)
Jean, a young Breton working at the shipyards in Toulon, chafes under routine and confinement. Living with his cousin Simone, he one day vanishes—leaving behind her money and a gun. He embarks on a wanderlust‑fuelled journey, hitchhiking into the unknown, guided only by chance encounters and longing for freedom.
Director: Bertrand Gauthier
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 90 min
Release Date: September 5, 1983
Cast
- Jean-Yves Dubois - Jean
- Pascale Geille - Pat Rubis
- Véronique Silver - Simone
- Roland Bertin - Rouvion
- Richard Bohringer - Jean-Paul / Riquita
- Didier Flamand - Maurice Talmain
Screenplay
Music: Martial Solal
Cinematography: Jean-Yves Escoffier
Editing: Danièle Pelle
Production: Garance Films
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Bertrand Gauthier
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Ballade à blanc about?
- Jean, a young Breton working at the shipyards in Toulon, chafes under routine and confinement. Living with his cousin Simone, he one day vanishes—leaving behind her money and a gun. He embarks on a wanderlust‑fuelled journey, hitchhiking into the unknown, guided only by chance encounters and longing for freedom.
- Who directed Ballade à blanc?
- Ballade à blanc was directed by Bertrand Gauthier.
- Who stars in Ballade à blanc?
- Ballade à blanc stars Jean-Yves Dubois, Pascale Geille, Véronique Silver, Roland Bertin, Richard Bohringer, Didier Flamand.
- How long is Ballade à blanc?
- Ballade à blanc has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is Ballade à blanc?
- Ballade à blanc is a Drama film.
- Where was Ballade à blanc produced?
- Ballade à blanc was produced in France.