Ded Moroz and Summer
Ded Moroz and Summer is a 1969 Soviet animated children's Novy God cartoon about how Ded Moroz finds out what summer is.
Plot
Ded Moroz is at his house in a wintry setting, packing and painting toys for children. However, he overhears a conversation about summer, a season he knows nothing about. Curious and determined to learn, he begins to wonder what summer is like. Despite the animals around his house thinking he’s gone mad for pondering such an idea, Ded Moroz resolves to find out.Traveling south, he encounters several children who introduce him to the wonders of summer. However, the intense heat proves too much for him, and he starts to feel unwell. The children, eager to help, give him ice cream to cool down and accompany him to explore the lush green forests, fields, and lively creatures of the season. Delighted by the experience, Ded Moroz is inspired by the beauty of summer, shares ice cream with the children as thanks, and returns to his northern home aboard a hot air balloon.