Essay on Grandfather

Essay on Grandfather

1987 · 9 min · ★ 6.0 · Animation

Doing homework, the student writes an essay about the early years of the life of his grandfather, who was accompanied by his faithful friend, the horse Grey. Together they attended courses of cab drivers and being newcomers they got acquainted with the urban way of life. Description of ancient streets, interesting people and unexpected events before the revolution were the focus of the story.

Directed by Natalia Marchenkova · Written by Natalia Huzieieva

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