The Mare's Egg (1995)

The Mare's Egg (1995) poster

A pioneer's life may be a hard one, but there's no doubt that a little optimism goes a long way. Confused by advice on what to avoid when buying a horse, our gullible settler is fooled into buying a "mare's egg"--to hatch his own colt! After weeks without success, he tosses the "egg" into the bushes--with hare-raising results! But as he chases after the "hatched colt," he remembers the advice: big ears--stubborn; big teeth--a biter; low in the hindquarters--a runaway for sure. Well, maybe he's better off without this one, and off he goes on his optimistic way--with plans to save up and buy another egg! Adapted from a story by Carole Spray.

Director: Eva Szasz
Genre: Animation
Runtime: 11 min
Release Date:
Production: ONF | NFB
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Mare's Egg about?
A pioneer's life may be a hard one, but there's no doubt that a little optimism goes a long way. Confused by advice on what to avoid when buying a horse, our gullible settler is fooled into buying a "mare's egg"--to hatch his own colt! After weeks without success, he tosses the "egg" into the bushes--with hare-raising results! But as he chases after the "hatched colt," he remembers the advice: big ears--stubborn; big teeth--a biter; low in the hindquarters--a runaway for sure. Well, maybe he's better off without this one, and off he goes on his optimistic way--with plans to save up and buy another egg! Adapted from a story by Carole Spray.
Who directed The Mare's Egg?
The Mare's Egg was directed by Eva Szasz.
How long is The Mare's Egg?
The Mare's Egg has a runtime of 11m (11 minutes).
What genre is The Mare's Egg?
The Mare's Egg is a Animation film.