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How the Cossacks Became Olympians

1978 · 17 min Animation Comedy Adventure
7.0 / 10 · TMDB

The Cossacks become involved in a dispute between the gods Zeus and Mars. Zeus wants to set up the Olympic games, while Mars wants to undermine him and start more wars. The Kozaks help Zeus and challenge Mars at the Games.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title Як козаки олімпійцями стали
Year 1978
Country Soviet Union
Genre Animation, Comedy, Adventure
Director Volodymyr Dakhno
Runtime 17 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.0/10 (27 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film operates in a light register — but not superficially. Behind each joke is an observation about people, not just a desire to amuse.

Goes down easy, leaves a good aftertaste. Not every joke lands equally — but the overall tone holds.

For those who just want to relax. Asks nothing — just time and a willingness to smile.

Director: Volodymyr Dakhno

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Weekend afternoon, the couch, something to snack on. Turn off your brain and enjoy.

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