The Black Balloon
- Drama
Thomas is turning 16. His dad's in the army and they've just moved to a town in New South Wales; his mom is pregnant; his older brother, Charlie, who's autistic, has his own adolescent sexual issues. Thomas finds Charlie an embarrassment in public, so when Thomas is attracted to Jackie, a girl in his swim class, Charlie presents any number of obstacles when she drops by their house, when the three of them go for a walk, and during a family birthday dinner. Can Thomas find a way to enter the world of teen romance and still be his brother's keeper, or is Charlie's disability going to prove more than Thomas can handle?
The Black Balloon is a 2008 Australian drama about a teenage boy navigating first love while caring for his autistic older brother. Released in March 2008, the film explores the tension between Thomas's desire for independence and his responsibility to his family as he faces the challenges of adolescence.
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Wide release in United States · Rated PG-13
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Rhys WakefieldThomas Mollison
Luke FordCharlie Mollison
Toni ColletteMaggie Mollison
Erik ThomsonSimon Mollison
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Sam FraserKid Next Door- Zelie BullenMother in Van
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When was The Black Balloon released?
The Black Balloon was released on March 8, 2008.
What is The Black Balloon about?
The film follows 16-year-old Thomas, who has recently moved to New South Wales with his family. As he develops feelings for a girl named Jackie, his autistic older brother Charlie becomes an obstacle, forcing Thomas to balance his emerging social life with his family responsibilities.
What genre is The Black Balloon?
The Black Balloon is a drama film that deals with themes of adolescence, disability, family dynamics, and coming of age.
Where can I watch The Black Balloon?
As a 2008 film, The Black Balloon is available through various streaming platforms and rental services, though availability varies by region.
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