The Red Balloon [VHS]
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Binding : VHS Tape
ProductGroup : Video
Manufacturer : Homevision
Label : Homevision
Publisher : Homevision
Studio : Homevision
ReleaseDate : 1996-02-20
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One of the most famous short films ever made, The Red Balloon is a childhood fantasy with appeal for viewers of every age. It is the story of Pascal, a lonely French boy who befriends a wondrous red balloon which follows him everywhere--to school and church--and even hovers outside his window when he is in his room. Filmed entirely in the picturesque back streets and narrow alleys of Old Montmartre, the film has been acclaimed through the world as an immortal masterpiece of lyrical poetry. The Red Balloon is both a beguiling fantasy and a touching allegory on the magic powers of love and friendship.
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The late French filmmaker Albert Lamorisse made this classic, 1956 short work about a lonely little Parisian boy (Pascal Lamorisse) befriended by a large red balloon, which seems to have a will of its own. As with his preceding short, 1952's White Mane, Lamorisse took home a grand prize from the Cannes Film Festival for The Red Balloon, and the latter film also won an Academy Award. There have been some stimulating pieces of film criticism (some pro, some con) written about the aesthetics of this little movie over the years, but there's no question it makes for a touching, allegorical piece always certain to prompt conversations among viewers of any age. --Tom Keogh
a nostalgic ride (2009-06-10)
like many, this movie was a staple in my elementary school classes...and for good reason. the innocence of the story and the purity in which it is told, that's something only children can fully appreciate without critical analysis. now that we're all adults, it's hard to appreciate it on that same level, but the movie is still great for a nostalgic ride back into time. get this, watch it and try to remember what it was like to be that young again...
timeless (2009-05-18)
I was babysitting my friend's son when she told me to watch this movie with him because he loooves it.
The both of us where so mezmerized byt his movie, that we sat there, completely silent throughout the whole movie and just enjoyed!
I felt like my friends kid, a 3 year old in awe about a movie so simple and wpnderful, it doesn't even need much dialogue to capture it's beauty!
Well done! a classic!
Captivating and Perfect! (2009-05-08)
Absolutely the most wonderful short film in the world. Originally discovered by my mom, now 82, and shared with me and my then young children (back in the VHS days). Now 20 and 23, one thing my kids really wanted was to be able to see this film again. I am so glad it has been put on DVD. We gave a copy to each of my kids, and my son and his girlfriend watched transfixed with the magic of this wonderful tale. Three cheers to those who originally made the film, and to those who are keeping it alive!
The Red Balloon (2009-04-07)
I love this movie and have for over 40 years. I originally saw it in the movie theater. I love the visuals and the meaning behind it all. I love there is not much talking as it would take away from the movie. It is still the reddish balloon I have ever seen. It always helps me to believe in magic.
The Red Balloon (2009-03-11)
This is the all-time loving movies ever....recommend for the entire family.
I just Love this movie.