Overview
The first part in a new series of films produced by Musée d'Orsay, 'Flight of the Red Balloon' tells the story of a French family as seen through the eyes of a Chinese student. The film was shot in August and September 2006 on location in Paris. This is Hou Hsiao-Hsien's first Western film. It is based on the classic French short The Red Balloon directed by Albert Lamorisse.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Flight of the Red Balloon?
Flight of the Red Balloon was directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien.
What was the budget and revenue for Flight of the Red Balloon?
The official budget was $3,000,000 and the movie went on to gross $0 worldwide.
Where was Flight of the Red Balloon produced?
It was produced by companies including 3H Productions, Margo Films, Les Films du Lendemain, ARTE France Cinéma, Musée d'Orsay in France, Taiwan.
Flight of the Red Balloon Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Flight of the Red Balloon wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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