Where to watch The Sweater (1980)

Story

A young boy finds himself in an awkward predicament when a mail order mix-up results in him receiving a hockey jersey from the wrong team. While his peers idolize a particular player and proudly wear their team's colours, he's stuck with a rival team's uniform. Faced with his mother's refusal to exchange it, he must navigate the social fallout of wearing the opposing side's jersey among his friends.

Why watch

• A 10-minute animated adaptation of a beloved Canadian story about childhood embarrassment
• Features narration by Roch Carrier, the author of the original book
• Directed by Sheldon Cohen; an NFB production with enduring appeal

Good for: Animation enthusiasts and those interested in coming-of-age stories; check certificate status before viewing with children.