In post-war London, a small boy who blames himself for the accidental death of a friend, falls under the bad influence of a street criminal.In post-war London, a small boy who blames himself for the accidental death of a friend, falls under the bad influence of a street criminal.In post-war London, a small boy who blames himself for the accidental death of a friend, falls under the bad influence of a street criminal.
Sidney James
- Barrow Boy
- (as Sydney James)
Hilda Barry
- Newspaper Seller
- (uncredited)
Michael Brooke
- Boy Singing at Sunday School
- (uncredited)
Peggy Ann Clifford
- Cafe Owner
- (uncredited)
Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaFrankie's father (Kenneth More) is named Ted. Andrew Ray really was the son of Ted: his father was film and radio star Ted Ray.
- GoofsIt is unlikely that any pub landlord would sell drinks after closing time to an obvious juvenile as is the case when Potter sells Frankie a glass of brandy.
- ConnectionsFeatured in London: The Modern Babylon (2012)
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Less is More
What a nice neat little slice of post-war London life this film is. Being a great fan of British films from the 1950's I was delighted to
discover this near-forgotten gem on DVD and it will now take pride of place in my collection. I have always loved and admired
Kenneth More and as "The Yellow Balloon" came just prior to his burst to stardom in "Genevieve" we find him here in a relatively
small but very significant role as the boy's loving father. I just relish every moment he is on screen and long for more of him.
Andrew Ray is on screen for the entire film and he is moving and totally convincing in role that may have scared a less competent child actor ; he is pivotal to the entire plot development. The long list of familiar players in brief but impressive appearances keep the action moving at a nice pace and at less than 90 minutes duration you really are left wanting more and not less as is the case with so many films. Noteworthy is the intense sense of atmosphere and I love the communal cold-water tap and sink in the stairway of the family's apartment block. I heartily recommend this very British film ; I know I'll be re-watching on a regular basis along with my very extensive Kenneth More collection.
Andrew Ray is on screen for the entire film and he is moving and totally convincing in role that may have scared a less competent child actor ; he is pivotal to the entire plot development. The long list of familiar players in brief but impressive appearances keep the action moving at a nice pace and at less than 90 minutes duration you really are left wanting more and not less as is the case with so many films. Noteworthy is the intense sense of atmosphere and I love the communal cold-water tap and sink in the stairway of the family's apartment block. I heartily recommend this very British film ; I know I'll be re-watching on a regular basis along with my very extensive Kenneth More collection.
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- davidallen-84122
- Sep 1, 2021
Details
- Release date
- Country of origin
- Language
- Also known as
- Žuti balon
- Filming locations
- Queensway Station, Bayswater, London, England, UK(Climactic chase scenes)
- Production companies
- See more company credits at IMDbPro
- Runtime1 hour 16 minutes
- Color
- Aspect ratio
- 1.37 : 1
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