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The Dog, the General and the Birds

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The Dog, the General and the Birds (Le chien, le général et les oiseaux)

The Dog, the General and the Birds (Le chien, le général et les oiseaux)

original title:

Le chien, le général et les oiseaux

italian title:

Il cane e il suo generale

directed by:

Francis Nielsen

screenplay:

Tonino Guerra

set design:

Patrick Clerc

music:

Andrea Guerra

producer:

Stephane Tchal-Gadjieff

production:

Gam Film, Mikado Film, Solaris Productions, Roissy Films, Rai Cinema, Prima, Teva

distribution:

Mikado [Italy]

country:

Italy/France

year:

2003

film run:

75'

format:

35mm - colour

aspect ratio:

1.66:1

sound:

Dolby Digital Surround

release date:

24/10/2003

genre:

animation film

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Once upon a time, a lonely dog decided to adopt a retired Russian general...
When the old soldier eventually gives in to the dog's unshakable affection and finally takes him in, the General's nightmares are soon replaced by magical, fun-filled dreams.
He names the playful dog Bonaparte, in honor of his former enemy.