What is The Wise Gudgeon?
The Wise Gudgeon is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under Animation.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1979
- Release date
- Sep 12, 1979
- Genres
- Animation
- Updated
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The Wise Gudgeon is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under Animation.
Should you watch it?
“A brief animated satire lampoons meaningless existence through a whimsical fairy‑tale lens.”
- Sharp philosophical satire in a concise format
- Distinctive animation style
- Thought‑provoking commentary on aimlessness
- Very short runtime limits narrative depth
- Abstract themes may feel opaque
Watch it if you enjoy brief, thought‑provoking animated allegories that critique purposelessness.
The film’s abstract satire is best suited for viewers comfortable with philosophical and surreal animation.
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What is the runtime of The Wise Gudgeon?
The film runs approximately nine minutes.
When was The Wise Gudgeon released?
It premiered in Russia on 12 September 1979.
What type of film is The Wise Gudgeon?
It is an animated short.
Who directed The Wise Gudgeon?
The director is Valentin Karavaev.
What is the central theme of the film?
The film satirically examines aimlessness and senseless existence, drawing on Saltikov‑Shedrin’s fairy‑tale motifs.