The White Balloon movie poster

The White Balloon

January 2, 1995 1h 25m 7.5/10 (102 votes)

Originally released in 1995. The White Balloon is a drama/family film. directed by Jafar Panahi. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Aida Mohammadkhani, Mohsen Kafili, and Fereshteh Sadr Orafaee

Synopsis

Several people try to take advantage of a little girl's innocence to hustle money her mom gave to her to buy a goldfish with.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 2, 1995 31 years ago
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Runtime 1h 25m 85 minutes total
User Rating 7.5/10 Great (102 votes)
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Language FA Original language
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Country Iran Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FA

Production Companies

  • I.R.I.B. Channel 2
  • Ferdos Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The White Balloon about?

Several people try to take advantage of a little girl's innocence to hustle money her mom gave to her to buy a goldfish with.

Who directed The White Balloon?

The White Balloon was directed by Jafar Panahi.

How long is The White Balloon?

The White Balloon has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).

When was The White Balloon released?

The White Balloon was released on January 2, 1995 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The White Balloon?

The main cast of The White Balloon includes Aida Mohammadkhani, Mohsen Kafili, Fereshteh Sadr Orafaee, Anna Borkowska, Mohammad Shahani.

Is The White Balloon worth watching?

The White Balloon has a user rating of 7.5/10 based on 102 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.