Balloons Over Babylon

Balloons Over Babylon

2019 · 70 min · Documentary

The incredible story of one man's quest to fight terrorism and promote peace and love by flying hot air balloons over his war-torn country.

Directed by Folke Rydén · Written by Folke Rydén

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