As Thomas turns 16, he navigates a new town, his father's army deployment, and his mother's pregnancy. Meanwhile, his autistic older brother Charlie struggles with his own adolescent sexual issues. Thomas must balance his desire for independence and romance with his responsibility to support Charlie, as his brother's unique challenges threaten to disrupt his newfound crush on Jackie and his family's birthday celebrations.

The Black Balloon
A teenager navigates the challenges of adolescence while caring for his autistic brother, discovering the importance of acceptance and support from his loved ones.