Rong

2024

Rong is a 2-minute frame-by-frame animated short film reimagining the Chineses mythology of the White Snake. The film tells the story of Bie Nü, a woman archer who defies tradition and celestial authority to save her world from the scorching heat of nine suns. Through a blend of traditional Chinese elements and modern digital techniques, Rong explores themes of defiance, sacrifice, and the cosmic balance of Yin and Yang.


Tools Used: Procreate, Adobe Premiere Pro 


Collaborators: Yeongje Kim (Story), Emma Deng (Story, Animation) 

Link to Youtube

Duration 2:19

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