The Sparky Book

Overview

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.

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Cast

Maggie Hickey

Bridget

Joel Thomas Hynes

Sparky

Leah Lewis

Grown Bridget

Tony Nappo

Driver

Gordon Pinsent

Goldfish