Binding: VHS Tape
EAN: 0663340326836
Format: NTSC
Label: Unknown
Languages: Array
Manufacturer: Unknown
Number Of Items: 1
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Release Date: 2002-11-01
Running Time: 34
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'COLOR. Directed and scripted by ALBERT LAMORISSE. Starring PASCAL LAMORISSE, and "ALL THE BALLOONS OF PARIS." This Academy Award-winning short is easily one of the most charming and delightful films you could ever hope to see. Its scenario is sweet and simple: while on his way to school one day, a young French boy (Pascal Lamorisse, the son of the director) befriends a bright red balloon, which joins him as he wanders all over Paris. Essentially, the story is set within the boys fantasy world; the balloon, in its way, becomes a symbol of hope and dreams - as well as a sobering reminder of the insensitivity and cruelty of those who carelessly wreck them. Beyond this symbolism, however, the film is a prime example of poetry and lyricism on celluloid and is sure to enchant children and adults alike. Over 25,000 balloons were used during the films production, at a cost of over one million francs. In addition to its Oscar, the film earned the Grand Prix at the Cannes Film Festival (where it was greeted with a standing ovation) and a British Academy Award as "Best Specialized Film." It also won a place on the New York Times annual ten-best films list, a rare accomplishment for a short film. By the way, its Oscar was for Best Original Screenplay, beating out a quartet of feature-length films. No dialogue; the story is told entirely via visuals, music and street voices and sounds. Highly recommended. 34 minutes.