The Red Balloon
NYU Advanced Feature Film Project
Recipient of the UGFTV Student Producers Grant (25-26)
Co-producer
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The Red Balloon tells the compelling story of a young glass doll who, through a journey of self-discovery and rebellion, breaks free from her manipulative captor. The narrative is not just a story but a metaphor for the countless real-life individuals who confront and overcome similar adversities. It represents a broader dialogue about resilience, freedom, and the human spirit’s indomitable strength.
“Abuse is as hideous as narcotic-numbed null nudity longing for black release. In the name of freedom, he came crawlingly and nuzzled the white ones. I was slaughtered, suffered, and caught in lines and boxes.”
— The Red Balloon