Ballad for a Dog
Ballade pour un chien
Synopsis
Remi is a man on the verge of old age who begins to have hallucinations. He believes he has found a dog, but the canine is just a product of his imagination. The man takes a turn for the worse when his only friend, his poet neighbor, moves. He is left alone with his hallucinations and tries in vain to separate fantasy from reality in this plodding, depressing feature.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gérard Vergez
- Screenplay & Story
- Maurice Cury, Gérard Vergez
- Original Title
- Ballade pour un chien
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Orpham Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gérard Vergez
Maurice Cury, Gérard Vergez
Department Leadership Roster
Gérard Vergez
Director
Maurice Cury
Writer
Gérard Vergez
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ballad for a Dog
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What is Ballad for a Dog about?
Remi is a man on the verge of old age who begins to have hallucinations. He believes he has found a dog, but the canine is just a product of his imagination. The man takes a turn for the worse when his only friend, his poet neighbor, moves. He is left alone with his hallucinations and tries in vain to separate fantasy from reality in this plodding, depressing feature.
Who directed Ballad for a Dog?
Ballad for a Dog was directed by Gérard Vergez.
Who stars in Ballad for a Dog?
The principal cast of Ballad for a Dog includes Charles Vanel, Julien Guiomar, Claude Génia, Colette Régis, Alfred Lenglet.
When was Ballad for a Dog released and how long is it?
Ballad for a Dog was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.