The Irish Film Institute’s monthly family programme comes to RUA RED on the first Saturday of each month with cinematic tales of adventure and fun from around the world for young audiences.

Classic Oscar-winning French film. Mostly without dialogue (ideal for those who are unsure about subtitles!) the 34-minute film tells the story of a young boy, Pascal, who follows a red balloon around the streets of Paris. His journey through the post-war streets is one of childlike wonder, joy and adventure, and a certain loss of innocence.

Director Albert Lamorisse’s career was tragically cut short, yet this film and his other short, The Mane, have immortalised him as a filmmaker with a truly cinematic sense of storytelling.

Want a sneak peak?

New York Times Critrics Pick (Warning: contains spoiler!) 

Suitable for ages 6+
France/1956/34 mins/Director: Albert Lamorisse

Dates:                    Saturday 4th September
Time:                      12noon
Admission:           €2 per child. Adults go free!

Child tickets are for Unders 16s. They must be accompanied by an adult.