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A young boy discovers a stray balloon, which seems to have a mind of its own, on the streets of Paris. The two become inseparable, yet the world’s harsh realities finally interfere.

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.

A new and experimental perspective about a dog running after a ball in the park. My film is about feeling united with the universe, we are all one: humans, dogs, tennis ball, nature, particles.

Short animated film about a tree in a park.

A happy-go-lucky lad encounters a shiny red ball possessing a life of its own. The charisma and trickery from the amusing, bouncy object of wonder increases the young kid’s desire to play with it and have fun. However, such trickery and mischief from this red kinetic ball also enhances the boy’s frustration. After all, he just wants to play… but is the red ball willing to concede? Filmed in 35-millimeter utilizing a dearly beloved Acme Animation camera, through an 80s TV, and via an old iPhone 6… the rough quality of drawings through hundreds of frames makes for a few sweet thrills in only 30 seconds.

The city comes to life around a little girl and plays ball with her while she is waiting for her mother to do the shopping. Made in gouache technique, this lyrical short film was highly innovative for its time, winning the first prize at the Children’s Film Festival in Venice.

An experimental short film exploring the sexuality of a young woman

An experimental short film.

Four unrelated film shorts.