The Balloon
Haruki Murakami is a successful family man and the head of a camera company. Unbeknownst to Murakami, his arrogant son oscillates between a mistress and a new lover who sings at a nightclub. When Murakami’s daughter befriends the mistress, the affair throws the family into turmoil.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: 風船
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 1956-02-19
- Runtime: 109 minutes
- Rating: 6.3/10 (10 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Nikkatsu Corporation
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.7419
- Languages: Japanese
Cast & Crew
Masayuki Mori
as Haruki Murakami
Tatsuya Mihashi
as Keikichi Murakami
Mie Kitahara
as Mikiko Mikihara
Sachiko Hidari
as Ruiko Aso
Izumi Ashikawa
as Tamako Murakami
Michiyo Aratama
as Kumiko Yamana
Hiroshi Nihon'yanagi
as Masataka Tsuzuki
Shinsuke Maki
as Tatsujirô Aso
Shirō Amakusa
as Yamaguchi, Photo Shop Owner
Michisaburō Segawa
as Shôta Nishimura
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Balloon?▼
The Balloon is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1956-02-19.
Who are the main actors in The Balloon?▼
The main cast includes Masayuki Mori, Tatsuya Mihashi, Mie Kitahara, Sachiko Hidari, Izumi Ashikawa, .
Where can I watch The Balloon online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Balloon is available.
Is The Balloon based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Balloon?▼
The Balloon has an IMDb rating of 6.3/10 based on 10 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Balloon?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Balloon?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Nikkatsu Corporation. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Balloon filmed?▼
The Balloon was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Balloon?▼
The total runtime of The Balloon is 109 minutes.
Is The Balloon suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Balloon?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Balloon.
Does The Balloon have a post-credit scene?▼
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