Kudryavka – Little Ball of Fur

Blom Risto-Pekka

In an expanding universe, in the cosmic noise of celebratory speeches, with an eye always blackened by a punch. Kudryavka - Little ball of fur is a piece compiled mainly of archive material, centering around the launch of Laika the dog into space in 1957. Laika's original name was Kudryavka.

Production Year
2013
Duration
00:05:05
Tyyppi
Asiasana
Original Title
Kurdrjavka - Pikku kippura
Finnish Title

Kurdrjavka - Pikku kippura

English Title

Kudryavka – Little Ball of Fur

Production Countries
Finland
Dialogue
Yes
Sound
Yes
Cast
Risto-Pekka Blom (Author), Risto-Pekka Blom (Director)
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Risto-Pekka Blom

Born: 1970

Risto-Pekka Blom (born 1970) is a filmmaker who navigates the intersection of media and film art, known primarily for his distinctive short films. Over the course of his career, he has created over a dozen short films that have received recognition at prestigious events such as the Tampere Film Festival, Norwegian Short Film Festival, and Cork International Film Festival. Blom’s work is characterized by his experimental approach to form and narrative, as he strives to explore and strengthen his unique voice. Common themes woven throughout his works encompass the human experience and the sense of alienation, social justice, and the external expectations placed upon individuals regarding how life should be lived. Most of his works also incorporate humor, emerging from a profound seriousness.