Sirius is a 1975 Czechoslovak war drama film directed by František Vláčil. The film has won many awards. It was Vláčil's last film before returning to feature-length films.

Plot

The film is the story of 12-year-old Fanek and his dog Sirius. They play together every day. One day German train is destroyed by local resistance and Germans decide to confiscate the dogs of local folks. Fanek doesn't want to give up Sirius and hides him in the woods. One day, Sirius escapes from his fence. Fanek asks the gamekeeper for help. He can do only one thing: shoot Sirius.

Cast

  • Michal Vavruša as Fanek
  • Jana Hlaváčková as Fanek's Mother
  • Vladimír Jedenáctík as Gamekeeper
  • Karel Chromík as Fanek's Father
  • Karel Hábl as SS Officer
  • Bořivoj Navrátil as Gestapo Officer

Reception

Accolades

Date of ceremonyEventAwardResultRef(s)
1975Teheran International Film Festival for ChildrenGolden Statuette for the best filmWon
Gotwaldov Festival of films for ChildrenSpecial jury award for DirectionWon
Socialist Youth Union Committee AwardWon
Special recognitionWon
Festival of Children's films in České BudějoviceChildren's Audience AwardWon
1976Festival of Czech and Slovak films in BrnoArtistic and emotionally impressve capture of atmosphere of resistance against Fascist terrorWon
International Competition of Children's Films GijónDiploma for participationWon

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