Review of Au Hasard Balthazar (1966) by Ambrosio L — 22 Jun 2007

Utterly perfect and so compassionate and forgiving.

This review of Au Hasard Balthazar (1966) was written by Ambrosio L on 22 Jun 2007.

Au Hasard Balthazar has generally received very positive reviews.

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