The Blimp Trap
Genres
Overview
Nine-year-old Harwood isn't like other boys in 1977 Texas. After losing his brother in a tragic car crash, his mother takes up drinking, and Harwood finds comfort in his best friend -- fellow-nine-year-old Billy, the mentally-handicapped girl from down the street. Together, they watch the famous blimp fly overhead, and craft a "blimp trap" to catch it for their very own. They're teased for their special game, and their friendship, until one day, something miraculous happens.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
45 min
Release Date
2016-04-10
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
4
Vote Average
4.5
Isabella Blake-Thomas
Billy
Blaze Tucker
Harwood
Bob Boudreaux
Stan Stone
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