Karuza
2025
96 minutes
Overview
Based on true events, this tale follows the extraordinary bond between a boy and his dog in besieged Leningrad. In 1939, young Mitya finds joy in the companionship of his loyal dog, Karuza. Their idyllic life is shattered when World War II erupts, plunging Leningrad into a brutal siege where starvation looms over its residents. As despair grips the city, Karuza with her keen instincts and unwavering courage ventures into the perilous streets to scavenge for food. Inspired by Karuza’s remarkable bravery, Mitya decides to join her. Together, they are forging a path through despair and hopelessness. However, their efforts take a dangerous turn when they are discovered by German soldiers during one fateful outing.
Top Cast
Svetlana Ivanova
Mark-Malik Murashkin
Mitya / Vitya
Aleksandr Baluev
Ivan Kolesnikov
Mariya Abramova
Toma
Konstantin Adaev
Sergey Migitsko
Svetlana Smirnova-Martsinkevich
Andrey Kharybin
Dmitriy Kharatyan
Garik Sukachyov
Aleksey Maklakov
Dean Mayer
Yury Stepanov
Zinaida Zubkova
Sofia Delberg
Anna Sokolovich
Valya
Oleg Farafonov
Young Sergey
Andrey Shchyotkin
Hans
Elisey Chuchilin
Young Mitya