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The UK’s Tom Harper skilfully directs, co-writes and co-produces this engaging drama, along with British screenwriter Jack Thorne. Scored by UK film composer Steven Price, British actors Eddie Redmayne and Felicity Jones have electrifying and compelling on-screen chemistry. With talented UK veteran Tom Courtenay in a supporting role, the adventure is co-produced by UK-based Popcorn Storm.

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In 1862, strong-willed scientist James Glaisher (Eddie Redmayne) and wealthy young widow Amelia Wren (Felicity Jones) attempt to fly a gas balloon higher than anyone in history. The further they ascend, the more dangerous their mission becomes, as the unlikely pair discover new things about themselves and each other.