Balomania

Milwaukee Film Festival

Balomania
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Runtime: 1 Hr. 33 Min. Rating: Release Year: 2024 Director: Sissel Morell Dargis Producer: Jesper Jack, Marie Schmidt Olesen, Elisa Barbosa Riva Cinematographer: Sissel Morell Dargis, Elisa Barbosa Riva Editor: Biel Andrés, Rikke Selin Als, Isabela Monteiro de Castro, Steen Johannessen, Sissel Morell Dargis

The culture and work of Brazilian baloeiros—secret groups of men who craft and launch intricate hot-air balloon art—deserve a place on the big screen. This epic portrayal captures the free-spirited artistry and subculture, showcasing a raw, authentic exploration of Brazilian masculinity. Through the filmmaker's earned trust and intimate lens, the film reveals both the beauty and complexities of this unique community, exposing deep, sometimes turbulent truths about identity, pride, and tradition.

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