The Legend of Hei
dir. MTJJ · 2019
Finding one's place in a world that often feels divided requires understanding and empathy towards others, regardless of their differences.
Plot
When cat spirit Luo Xiaohei's home is deforested by humans, he must find a new one. He runs into a group of other spirit creatures who take him under their wing with dreams of reconquering the land they say is rightfully theirs. However, they run into a human known as Wuxian who separates Luo Xiaohei from the other spirits and the two go on a journey, with the cat spirit learning to control his abilities as well as forming his own thoughts on whether or not he should ally with the spirits or the humans.
Why watch
"The Legend of Hei" is a beautifully animated exploration of identity and environmentalism, where a cat spirit's quest for belonging leads to profound questions about nature, humanity, and the bonds we forge along the way.
Talking points
- the ecological impact of deforestation
- the ethical dilemmas of coexistence
- personal identity in times of conflict
- the role of community in personal growth