Balaou (2007) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

2007 · Film · ★ 5.3

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Released in 2007, Balaou is a documentaire film directed by Gonçalo Tocha, running about 77 minutes.

What it’s about. "It's now seven months over my mother's death. I am facing the S. Miguel island sea, the family land in the Azores. Between the newborn babies, I found my Grandaunt, 91 years old, waiting for her moment to part. At night my family speaks to me of God and death. During the day we swim in the island's volcanic sea, where I meet Florence and Beru, a French couple that is crossing the Atlantic in the Balaou, a sailing boat. They invite me to come with them." Divided in three moments and eight lessons, Balaou is a voyage to accept the oblivion of things.

Who’s in it. Balaou stars Florence Beaufrère, Maria Ilda Cardoso, Maria do Rosario Gouveia Filipe and Hubert Gidon, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Balaou has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Balaou page.

If you liked it. Fans of Balaou tend to enjoy One Direction : Le Film, Burn the Stage - The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Questions fréquentes

Where can I watch Balaou (2007)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Balaou change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Balaou worth watching?
Balaou holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentaire. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Balaou?
Balaou stars Florence Beaufrère, Maria Ilda Cardoso, Maria do Rosario Gouveia Filipe, Hubert Gidon and Gonçalo Tocha.
When was Balaou released?
Balaou was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.