The Sweater
Originally released in 1980. The Sweater is a family/animation film. directed by Sheldon Cohen. At just 10 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Roch Carrier and Jean-Guy Moreau
Synopsis
Roch Carrier recounts the most mortifying moment of his childhood. At a time when all his friends worshipped Maurice "Rocket" Richard and wore his number 9 Canadiens hockey jersey, the boy was mistakenly sent a Toronto Maple Leafs jersey from Eaton's. Unable to convince his mother to send it back, he must face his friends wearing the colours of the opposing team. This animated short, based on the book The Hockey Sweater, is an NFB classic that appeals to hockey lovers of all ages.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 23, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
0h 10m
10 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (18 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- ONF | NFB
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sweater about?
Roch Carrier recounts the most mortifying moment of his childhood. At a time when all his friends worshipped Maurice "Rocket" Richard and wore his number 9 Canadiens hockey jersey, the boy was mist...
Who directed The Sweater?
The Sweater was directed by Sheldon Cohen.
How long is The Sweater?
The Sweater has a runtime of 0 hours and 10 minutes (10 minutes total).
When was The Sweater released?
The Sweater was released on August 23, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Sweater?
The main cast of The Sweater includes Roch Carrier, Jean-Guy Moreau.