“42 Balloons strikes the balance of never feeling too busy while allowing a constant barrage of directive choices to elevate the performances and make the story land safely and effectively. This is most apparent in the truly creative and impressive Letterman sequence, bringing live filming in to create one of the most memorable and flawless sequences of the show. Alexzandra Sarmiento’s wonderful choreography also manages this, popping with Larry’s dorky dancing to the ensemble’s every movement bringing new levels to the visual aesthetic of the show.”