A Basket With Spruce Cones

The film tells the tale of composer Edvard Grieg who encounters a girl collecting fir cones. He makes a promise to her, vowing to present a gift after many years. This narrative unfolds as Grieg later composes a musical piece for her 18th birthday.

A Basket With Spruce Cones draws inspiration from a story by Konstantin Paustovsky, blending animation with a touching narrative about time, promise, and the beauty of music. As a short film, it showcases the unique animation style of its era and highlights the cultural contributions of Belarusfilm in the animation genre.