The Tied Up Balloon
A barrage balloon appears unexpectedly over a Bulgarian village during World War II. The startled villagers decide to knock it down with a fusillade yet the balloon flies off to the mountains. The villagers, armed to their teeth, set off after it. But they are not alone in this undertaking...
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Привързаният балон |
| Year | 1967 |
| Country | Bulgaria |
| Genre | Comedy, Drama, Fantasy |
| Director | Binka Zhelyazkova |
| Runtime | 98 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.6/10 (11 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
Director Binka Zhelyazkova constructs a parable at the intersection of grotesque and poetic realism, relying on a fantastical premise to explore collective psychology, fear, and blind instinct. The film is a potent metaphor where the chase after a mirage exposes human frailty and the absurdity of any mass hysteria.
What lingers after the viewing is a unique blend of folk comedy, war drama, and philosophical allegory, each frame imbued with a distinct Balkan spirit and irony. The result is a bittersweet wisdom delivered in a deceptively light, almost fairy-tale package. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Binka Zhelyazkova
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With a strong coffee, or among friends open to subtle, allegorical comedy.
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