
The Black Balloon
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Set in the suburbs of Sydney, this heartfelt coming-of-age drama explores the challenges faced by a teenager named Thomas Mollison as he navigates life with his autistic brother, Charlie. The film stars Rhys Wakefield and Toni Collette, delivering compelling performances that bring depth to the family dynamics. Directed by Elissa Down, the story is inspired by her own experiences growing up with an autistic sibling, adding authenticity to the narrative. The film won several awards, including the Crystal Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:1h 37min
Views:688
Release:2008
Release Date:2008-03-08
Director:Elissa Down
Actors:Anthony Phelan, Deborah Piper, Erik Thomson, Gemma Ward, Henry Nixon, Luke Ford, Rhys Wakefield, Sam Fraser, Sarah Woods, Toni Collette, Zelie Bullen
Country:Australia
Company:Australian Film Finance Corporation (AFFC), Black Balloon Productions, Icon Entertainment International
Awards:18 wins & 24 nominations total
Budget:$5,000,000
Worldwide Gross:$2,136,663
TMDB:6.5
Rotten Tomatoes:85%
FilmAffinity:6.7
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