Danny Morgan (Rhys Ifans) works as a concrete truck driver and construction worker who lives in Sydney with his girlfriend but is unhappy with his life. Danny yearns for the simple life while girlfriend Trudy (Justine Clarke) fantasizes about bright lights and fast times. Danny plans for their annual camping trip, but Trudy tells him she has to work, so the trip is off. In reality, Trudy is using her work connections at a local real estate agency to set up a meeting with a handsome local reporter, Sandy Upman (Rhys Muldoon). Danny sees them together while he is shopping for a weekend barbecue, leaving him even more disenchanted with their relationship.
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Danny Deckchair
(2003) « A story of a guy, a deckchair and a bunch of balloons. [Scandinavian DVD.]»
| Country | |
| Spoken Language | english, polish |
| Runtime | 1 hr 40 min |
| Premiere: World | $805 894 July 31, 2003 |
| USA | $160 276 |
| Other countries | $645 618 |
| Premiere: USA | $160 276 July 31, 2003 |
| theaters | 29 |
| rollout | 143 days |
| Digital: World | February 8, 2008 |
| Production Companies | |
| Also Known As | Larry Lawnchair Australia |
About the film Danny Deckchair
An Aussie becomes a national sensation when he lifts off in his deck chair tied to balloons.Смотреть онлайн
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The film "Danny Deckchair" is inspired by the real-life story of Larry Walters, an American truck driver who, in 1982, famously flew in a lawn chair rigged with helium balloons. This event became known as the "Lawnchair Larry flight."
The Real Story
Larry Walters had always dreamed of flying but was unable to become a pilot due to poor eyesight. Determined to take to the skies, he devised a plan to attach 45 helium-filled weather balloons to a sturdy lawn chair, which he dubbed "Inspiration I." On July 2, 1982, Walters took off from his backyard in San Pedro, California, armed with a pellet gun to pop the balloons when he wanted to descend.
His flight reached an altitude of approximately 15,000 feet, drifting into controlled airspace near Los Angeles International Airport. After floating for about 45 minutes, Walters used the pellet gun to burst several balloons, eventually landing safely in Long Beach, California. His unusual flight garnered significant media attention and made him a folk hero of sorts.
Film vs. Reality
- Setting: While the real event took place in California, the film is set in Australia, providing a different cultural backdrop.
- Character: The character of Danny in the film is loosely based on Larry Walters, but with fictionalized elements to suit the comedic and romantic narrative of the movie.
- Plot: The film adds romantic and comedic subplots that were not part of the real-life event, focusing on personal relationships and community dynamics.
The film captures the spirit of adventure and the desire to break free from the mundane, much like Larry Walters did with his daring flight. However, it takes creative liberties to craft a story that is both entertaining and heartwarming.
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