The Black Balloon (2008)

Name: The Black Balloon
Genre: Drama
Released: 2008
Duration: 97 min
Rating: 6.4
Cast: Rhys Wakefield, Luke Ford, Toni Collette, Erik Thomson, Gemma Ward

1h 37m Australia, United States of America

Drama

Plot

In "The Black Balloon," 16-year-old Thomas navigates the challenges of adolescence while adjusting to a new life in a small New South Wales town. With his father away in the army and his mother expecting another child, Thomas feels the pressure of family dynamics, especially regarding his older brother Charlie, who is autistic. As Thomas develops a crush on Jackie from his swim class, he grapples with Charlie's unpredictable behavior that complicates their interactions. Torn between his desire for a normal teenage experience and his responsibility towards Charlie, Thomas must find a balance between romance and family loyalty.

Cast

Rhys Wakefield Luke Ford Toni Collette Erik Thomson Gemma Ward Sarah Woods Sam Fraser Zelie Bullen Anthony Phelan Deborah Piper Henry Nixon Rebecca Massey Ryan Clark Aaron Glenane Lisa Kowalski