Ringing Bell
チリンの鈴
Synopsis
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.
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Ringing Bell 1978
Type: Featurette • Published 2017-04-01
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 8, 1983
Wide Cinema Exhibition
May 18, 2016
VOD & Digital Platforms
January 5, 1990
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Masami Hata
- Screenplay & Story
- Takashi Yanase
- Original Score
- Taku Izumi
- Original Title
- チリンの鈴
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 46m
- Production Studios
- Sanrio
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Masami Hata
Takashi Yanase
Taku Izumi
Iwao Yamaki
Masashi Furukawa
Shintaro Tsuji, Tsunemasa Hatano
Department Leadership Roster
Masami Hata
Director
Iwao Yamaki
Director of Photography
Shintaro Tsuji
Producer
Tsunemasa Hatano
Producer
Masashi Furukawa
Editor
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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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?
The principal cast of Ringing Bell includes Akira Kamiya, Minori Matsushima, Seizo Kato, Hitoshi Takagi, Taeko Nakanishi.
When was Ringing Bell released and how long is it?
Ringing Bell was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 46m.
Who composed the musical score for Ringing Bell?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ringing Bell was composed by Taku Izumi.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ringing Bell?
Ringing Bell holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).