The Sparky Book

The Sparky Book

14 mins | Animation | Jan. 1, 2006

In Newfoundland filmmaker Mary Lewis' live action/animation hybrid short film, a talking goldfish tells us the poignant story of his best friend, Sparky the dog, and Sparky's owner, a young girl suffering from a serious illness. The dog lords an unusual reign on a harbour city, but his bond to the girl is tested when her illness takes a dark turn.

The Sparky Book

14 mins | Animation | Jan. 1, 2006

The Sparky Book
In Newfoundland filmmaker Mary Lewis' live action/animation hybrid short film, a talking goldfish tells us the poignant story of his best friend, Sparky the dog, and Sparky's owner, a young girl suffering from a serious illness. The dog lords an unusual reign on a harbour city, but his bond to the girl is tested when her illness takes a dark turn.
Producers National Film Board of Canada
Original title The Sparky Book
Directors Mary Lewis, Kelly Stone, Dana Warren
Writers Mary Lewis

Cast

Maggie Hickey

as Bridget

Joel Thomas Hynes

as Sparky

Leah Lewis

as Grown Bridget

Tony Nappo

as Driver

Gordon Pinsent

as Goldfish