Once upon a time there was a dog (Soviet Union, 1982) - one more charming animated short film

Once Upon, a Dog (Once Upon a Time, There Lived a Dog, Russian: “Жил-был пёс“ (Zhil-byl Pyos)) is a Soviet animated short film adapted from a Ukrainian folk tale. The cartoon won the first place at the 1983 International Film Festival in Odense and a special prize at the 1983 festival in Annecy. Genres — Animation Short Comedy Family Directed by Eduard Nazarov Writer — Eduard Nazarov (screenplay) Country of origin — Soviet Union Original language — Russian The day comes when an old watchdog becomes useless but the masters being kind don’t decide to drive him away. However they turn exasperated when the Dog stays indifferent during a home theft. The Dog leaves for the forest, where he meets the Wolf, his old enemy. Producer — Soyuzmultfilm Editor — Yelena Mikhaylova Running time: 11 minutes Original release: 1982 (Soviet Union) Awards — 2 wins