About the Raven

About This Movie

About the Raven is a peculiar animated piece from 2004 that interlaces the narratives of a bear and a hunter. The animation style has this raw, almost hand-drawn feel that gives it a unique texture, reminiscent of early fairy tale books. The pacing might feel a bit slow for some, but it really allows the viewer to soak in the atmosphere, drawing you into these whimsical tales. The thematic exploration of storytelling as a bridge between two seemingly opposing characters—nature vs. humanity—is quite compelling. There’s a certain charm in the simplicity of its execution, and it’s interesting to see how it tackles the age-old tradition of oral storytelling, albeit through animation. It’s not widely talked about, which makes it a bit of a hidden gem in animation circles.

Unique hand-drawn animation styleExplores storytelling themesPacing might feel slow for some viewers