The Deer's Bell (Chinese: 鹿铃) is a 1982 Chinese animated film produced by Shanghai Animation Film Studio. It is also referred to as Bell on a Deer and Lu Ling. To make the film, the ink wash animation technique was used.[1]
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| Directed by | Wu Qiang Tang Cheng |
| Written by | Sang Hu |
| Distributed by | Anchor Bay Films 80 Films |
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Running time | 20 minutes |
| Country | China |
| Language | Mandarin |
Plot edit
An old man and his granddaughter rescue an injured young deer. The girl and the young deer develop a close relationship. After the recovery, the deer returns to the wild. Feeling sad, the girl puts a bell on the deer. Disappearing into the mountain valley, the deer's bell continues to echo.[2]
Awards edit
- The film won best animation in the 1983 Golden Rooster Awards.
- Awarded the best fine arts piece prize in 1983 by China's Ministry of Culture.
- Won the outstanding movie prize at the 13th Moscow International Film Festival animated cartoon special prize in 1982.
References edit
- ^ The Secret History of Chinese Ink-Wash Animation
- ^ 80t Net. "80t Net." "The Deers Bell." Retrieved on 2007-02-08.
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