The Sparky Book

Synopsis

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.

CAST

Mary Lewis

Director

Maggie Hickey

Bridget

Joel Thomas Hynes

Sparky

Leah Lewis

Grown Bridget

Tony Nappo

Driver

Gordon Pinsent

Goldfish

Mary Lewis

Director

Maggie Hickey

Bridget

Joel Thomas Hynes

Sparky

Leah Lewis

Grown Bridget

Tony Nappo

Driver

Gordon Pinsent

Goldfish

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