Ballon
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Two families attempt a daredevil plan to escape the GDR with a homemade hot air balloon, but it crashes just before the border. The Stasi finds traces of this attempt to escape and immediately starts investigations, while the two families are forced to build a new escape balloon. With each passing day the Stasi is closer on their heels – a nerve-wracking race against time begins.
Balloon is a 2018 thriller drama based on the true story of two families who attempted a daring escape from East Germany using a homemade hot air balloon. The film chronicles their desperate race against time as the Stasi closes in after their first balloon crashes near the border. Already released, it's available to stream on various platforms.
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Karoline SchuchDoris Strelzyk
Friedrich MückePeter Strelzyk
Alicia von RittbergPetra Wetzel
David KrossGünter Wetzel
Jonas HoldenriederFrank Strelzyk
Tilman DöblerAndreas 'Fitscher' Strelzyk
Thomas KretschmannLieutenant Colonel Seidel
Ronald KukuliesErik Baumann
Emily KuscheKlara Baumann
Ulrich BrandhoffLieutenant Colonel Tornow
Sebastian HülkSenior Sergeant Lesch
Kai Ivo BaulitzLieutenant Strehle
Bernd Michael LadeColonel Witzke
Christian NätheCaptain Heym
Timur BartelsPrivate Kenner
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BALLOON - Official Trailer - Dir. by Michael Herbig
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When was Balloon released?
Balloon was released on September 27, 2018.
What is Balloon based on?
Balloon is based on the true story of two East German families who attempted to escape the GDR by building and flying a homemade hot air balloon during the Cold War.
Is Balloon a true story?
Yes, the film dramatizes the real historical escape attempt made by the Strelzyk and Wetzel families in 1979, though some details are fictionalized for cinematic effect.
Where can I watch Balloon?
As a 2018 theatrical release, Balloon is available through various streaming platforms, rental services, and digital retailers; availability varies by region.
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