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The Red Balloon
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The Red Balloon

1956 · 34 min Comedy Drama Family Fantasy
7.7 / 10 · TMDB

A young boy discovers a stray balloon, which seems to have a mind of its own, on the streets of Paris. The two become inseparable, yet the world’s harsh realities finally interfere.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

This is a comedy that knows its limits. Doesn't reach for grotesque when irony is enough, doesn't ask the audience to take things too seriously.

Worth watching for a good mood and a couple of genuinely funny moments. Doesn't promise depth — but doesn't pretend to have it either.

Good for watching with people who need to unwind after a long day. Not for those seeking depth.

Director: Albert Lamorisse

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Viewing atmosphere: With friends or a partner when you don't want anything complicated. Good mood guaranteed.

🎭 Cast

Pascal Lamorisse

Pascal Lamorisse

Pascal, the Little Boy

Georges Sellier

Georges Sellier

The Irritated Schoolmaster

Vladimir Popov

Vladimir Popov

A Tenant

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Paul Perey

Pascal's Father

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Renée Marion

Pascal's Mother

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Sabine Lamorisse

Little Girl with Blue Balloon

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Michel Pezin

Renaud

Renaud

A Twin in Red

David Séchan

David Séchan

A Twin in Red

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