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Ringing Bell (1978)

Movie ★ 6.7 46 min

Animation Drama Family

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.

Masami Hata Director

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Quick facts

Released
March 11, 1978
Runtime
46 min
Rating
PG-13
IMDb
tt0306646
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Language
Studio
Sanrio

Themes

Cast

Akira Kamiya Akira Kamiya Chirin (voice) Minori Matsushima Minori Matsushima Baby Chirin (voice) Seizo Kato Seizo Kato Wolf (voice) Hitoshi Takagi Hitoshi Takagi Narrator (voice) Taeko Nakanishi Taeko Nakanishi Chirin's Mother (voice)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Ringing Bell about?
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.
Who directed Ringing Bell?
Ringing Bell was directed by Masami Hata.
Who stars in Ringing Bell?
Ringing Bell stars Akira Kamiya, Minori Matsushima, Seizo Kato, Hitoshi Takagi.
When was Ringing Bell released?
Ringing Bell is a 1978 animation, drama, family film.
Where can I watch Ringing Bell?
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