About the Hippopotamus Who Was Afraid of Inoculations

The film features a variety of fabulous animals enjoying their time on a summer beach in a southern town. However, their relaxation is disrupted by a poster urging everyone to get vaccinated. While the other animals ignore the message and continue to frolic, Behemoth, the hippo, expresses his worries about the potential pain of vaccinations.

This animated short film is notable for its humorous take on a serious subject, making it appealing to both children and adults. The characters, voiced by notable actors such as Mikhail Yanshin and Georgiy Vitsin, bring a lively energy to the story. Collectors of animation and short films from this era will find value in the film's unique storytelling and artistic style, characteristic of Soyuzmultfilm productions from the 1960s.