The Sweater
Original title: Le chandail
6.1/ 10IMDb7.217
198010m
Overview
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.
Top-billed cast
- JJean-Guy Moreau
- RRoch Carrier
Crew
- Director
- Sheldon Cohen
- Writers
- Sheila Fischman, Roch Carrier
- Producers
- Derek Lamb, Marrin Canell, David Verrall
- Production
- ONF | NFB
Frequently asked questions
What is The Sweater rated?
The Sweater has an audience rating of 6.1 out of 10 from 17 votes.
Who directed The Sweater?
The Sweater was directed by Sheldon Cohen.
When was The Sweater released?
The Sweater was released in 1980.
