The Deer's Bell

The Deer's Bell 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.

Plot
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.

Awards

 * 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.