The Sparky Book (2006)

Release Date: 2006-01-01
Runtime: 0h 14min
Production Company: ONF | NFB
Production Country: Canada
Director: Mary Lewis

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.