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The Black Balloon is a 2008 Australian comedy-drama film starring Toni Collette, Rhys Wakefield, Luke Ford, Erik Thomson, Gemma Ward as well as a cast of newcomers. It is directed by first-time feature film director, Elissa Down. The film was released in Australian cinemas on 6 March 2008.
The Black Balloon: Directed by Elissa Down. With Rhys Wakefield, Luke Ford, Toni Collette, Erik Thomson. All Thomas wants is a normal adolescence but his autistic brother, Charlie, thwarts his every opportunity. Will Thomas, with the help of his girlfriend, Jackie, accept his brother?
At the center of "The Black Balloon" is Toni Collette's performance as the mother of an autistic son. The way she meets this challenge opens a way to understand all the other characters. Her son Charlie can be sweet and lovable.
Dec 5, 2008 · A tender and witty portrayal of a family coping with autism, The Black Balloon is heartfelt without being schmaltzy or moralizing. Read Critics Reviews. TOP CRITIC. Rated: 4/5 • Nov 18, 2011...
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- Elissa Down
- PG-13
- Rhys Wakefield
Aug 20, 2014 · When his pregnant mother has to put in him in charge of his autistic older brother Charlie, Thomas faces his biggest challenge yet. Charlie's antics take Thomas' frustrations about his brother to...
- 2 min
- 62.6K
- AMBI Distribution
The Black Balloon. Summaries. All Thomas wants is a normal adolescence but his autistic brother, Charlie, thwarts his every opportunity. Will Thomas, with the help of his girlfriend, Jackie, accept his brother? Thomas is turning 16.
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Adjusting to a new home and new school, a teen boy finds fitting in made more challenging when he's put in charge of his autistic brother. Watch trailers & learn more.
