Based on true events, this tale follows the extraordinary bond between a boy and his dog in besieged Leningrad. In 1939, young Mitya finds joy in the companionship of his loyal dog, Karuza. Their idyllic life is shattered when World War II erupts, plunging Leningrad into a brutal siege where starvation looms over its residents. As despair grips the city, Karuza with her keen instincts and unwavering courage ventures into the perilous streets to scavenge for food. Inspired by Karuza’s remarkable bravery, Mitya decides to join her. Together, they are forging a path through despair and hopelessness. However, their efforts take a dangerous turn when they are discovered by German soldiers during one fateful outing.
Unfortunately the movie Karuza is not yet available on HBO Max.
| Directing | Ivan Kharatyan | Director |
| Production | Rafael Minasbekyan | Producer |
| Production | Sergey Bagirov | Producer |
| Production | Olga Shalik | Executive Producer |
| Production | Evgeniy Arendarevich | Executive Producer |
| Production | Natalya Shishkina | Producer |
| Writing | Artem Kavaleryan | Creative Producer |
| Writing | Andrey Zhitkov | Writer |
| Camera | Eduard Melnikov | Director of Photography |
| Sound | Polina Tiunel | Original Music Composer |
| Editing | Mikhail Klimov | Editor |
