based on novel or book,loss of loved one,coming of age,anthropomorphism,revenge,tragedy,adult animation,animal lead

Ringing Bell (1978)

Poster for Ringing Bell

Chirin is an innocent though adventurous young lamb whose carefree life on the farm comes to an abrupt end when a wolf murders his mother. Confused and angry, Chirin pursues the wolf into the mountains, seeking revenge. The laws of nature are brutal, however, and hatred alone won't be enough to avenge the loss of his mother. Only the strong survive in the wild, and obtaining that strength may change Chirin forever.

Cast & Crew

Director
Masami Hata
  • Profile picture of Akira Kamiya
    Chirin (voice) Akira Kamiya
  • Profile picture of Minori Matsushima
    Baby Chirin (voice) Minori Matsushima
  • Profile picture of Seizô Katô
    Wolf (voice) Seizô Katô
  • Profile picture of Hitoshi Takagi
    Narrator (voice) Hitoshi Takagi
  • Profile picture of Taeko Nakanishi
    Chirin's Mother (voice) Taeko Nakanishi

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Keywords

  • based on novel or book
  • loss of loved one
  • coming of age
  • anthropomorphism
  • revenge
  • tragedy
  • adult animation
  • animal lead