Balloons (2025)

Balloons (2025) poster

A family lives in a small village in the middle of nowhere. The father (Maniek) runs away from growing financial problems. He believes that trying to break the absurd world record could solve them. His wife (Miłka) carries the burden of everyday life on her shoulders. Maniek, who cannot express his feelings in words, focuses his attention on beloved pig. The increasing stress overwhelms parents, and this affects the children. Only a strong event can bring about change. When the illusion bursts like a balloon, it turns out that beyond male ambitions there is something much more important: the need for feelings and true closeness.

Director: Jakub Michnikowski
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 30 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Unity Collective Orchestra
Cinematography: Przemysław Brynkiewicz
Editing: Jakub Michnikowski, Natalia Jachec
Production: Studio Munka, Warmińsko-Mazurski Fundusz Filmowy, JProperty, GPP Marcin Rutczyński, TVN Warner Bros. Discovery, Canal+ Polska
Country: Poland
Language: Polski
Original Language: pl
More Films by Director: Jakub Michnikowski
More Films in Genre: Comedy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Balloons about?
A family lives in a small village in the middle of nowhere. The father (Maniek) runs away from growing financial problems. He believes that trying to break the absurd world record could solve them. His wife (Miłka) carries the burden of everyday life on her shoulders. Maniek, who cannot express his feelings in words, focuses his attention on beloved pig. The increasing stress overwhelms parents, and this affects the children. Only a strong event can bring about change. When the illusion bursts like a balloon, it turns out that beyond male ambitions there is something much more important: the need for feelings and true closeness.
Who directed Balloons?
Balloons was directed by Jakub Michnikowski.
Who stars in Balloons?
Balloons stars Michał Jarmicki, Izabela Noszczyk, Maria Łagan, Maksym Jasionowski.
How long is Balloons?
Balloons has a runtime of 30m (30 minutes).
What genre is Balloons?
Balloons is a Comedy film.
Where was Balloons produced?
Balloons was produced in Poland.