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“A Man Escaped or: The Wind Bloweth Where It Listeth” – Robert Bresson

May 09, 2025 Cineclub

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Robert Bresson’s 1956 masterpiece “A Man Escaped or: The Wind Bloweth Where It Listeth” (Un condamné à mort s'est échappé ou Le vent souffle où il veut) is based on a true story. Bresson builds tension without spectacle, relying on stark minimalistic imagery, sharp use of sound, and profound psychological depth. Thematically, it emphasizes willpower, the pursuit of freedom, faith, and human resilience. The film is regarded as one of the masterpieces of world cinema and among Bresson’s most celebrated works. Filmadaran Film Culture Development NGO