Wicked Balloons Journal
Category: Ballooning on Screen
Famous Real-Life Balloon Moments Caught on Camera
From 1783 Paris to a stratosphere jump, we revisit the most famous hot air balloon moments ever caught on camera.
Why the Balloon Became a Symbol of Adventure
Explore the history behind hot air balloon symbolism, from the first 1783 flight to its lasting role in film, advertising, and adventure.
Ballooning in Literature: From Verne to Poe
Explore how hot air balloons in literature shaped classic tales from Jules Verne's daring voyages to Poe's famous balloon hoax.
Hot Air Balloons in Advertising and Music Videos
Why a hot air balloon in commercials and music videos still stops viewers cold, from custom-built brand balloons to what film productions…
Renting a Balloon for a Photo or Film Shoot
Planning a hot air balloon for photoshoot or film work? Here's how tethered and flight sessions work, what to plan for, and…
How Film Productions Use Real Hot Air Balloons
Why filmmakers still book real hot air balloons in film production over CGI, and what it takes to safely fly one on…
The Wizard of Oz Balloon, Explained
The real story behind the Wizard of Oz hot air balloon, from its soundstage origins to why that farewell scene still hits…
Around the World in 80 Days and the Balloon Myth
The around the world in 80 days balloon scene everyone remembers isn't in the book at all. Here's where it really came…
The Aeronauts (2019): The True Story Behind the Film
Curious about the Aeronauts true story? We separate the real 1862 balloon flight from the Hollywood drama, fact by fact.
Hot Air Balloons in the Movies: An Iconic History
From Around the World in 80 Days to Up, explore the iconic history of hot air balloons in movies and why filmmakers…