The Train to Qinling

A traveler lost in her adventure. A panda bear giving the answer, absolutely charming end. All is great in the case of this short film , from animation to the story, fight and the revelation of the trip meaning. A metaphor about comunication and about trust in the other. So, fine humor, great moral.

A charming short animated film by the talented Ringling College of Art and Design alumn and DreamWorks animator, Shir Baron.

The film shows depicts a traveler on her backpacking journey that meets a friendly panda on a train. They two form a bond that let the traveler overcome the loneliness and uncertainty on her journey.

The CG animation is very well done, the characters have a lot of personality, and the story has a lot of heart. It's a short and sweet little film that packs a lot of punch in the "feels"department.

If you want to watch a heartwarming animated short film and become friends with a cute panda on a train, definitely check this short film out.

Super heartwarming animated short film from a Ringling College of Art and Design grad. A unique point of view and a cute, emotional story. As someone who loves road trip/travel stories this one was right up my alley (or train tracks!)

The story is about someone traveling on their own, encountering and befriending a panda along the way (no spoilers!)

This short film is about uncertainty, discovery, and finding deep and lasting bonds over the course of it all. Hits the emotional beats and stirs up the desire to travel to unknown places. Lots of personality in the characters, the animation and cg is fantastic. Def a good watch, I recommend it!

A nice and heartfelt story about a woman traveling in a foreign country with only a symbol in her notebook to guide her to her destination. While lost, she gets help from an unexpected character-but first, she needs to communicate with them and, more importantly, learn to trust them. I think this is something many of us have experienced; sometimes you don't even need to travel abroad to get that feeling, but any frequent traveler has probably encountered a situation like this once or twice. The real charm in this animated short lies in the characters. They each have distinct personalities that need to click before things can be resolved.

The Train to Qinling is a testament to the power of unlikely friendships and the ways in which they can transform our lives. The bond that forms between the traveler and the panda is heartwarming, and their interactions are both funny and touching. The animation is beautifully done, bringing the characters to life and making the world they inhabit feel real and vibrant.

The film also explores themes of self-discovery and growth, as the traveler learns to open herself up to new experiences and pandas. This message is conveyed with a gentle touch, never feeling heavy-handed or preachy.

Overall, "The Train to Qinling" is a delightful and uplifting film that is sure to bring a smile to your face and a warm feeling to your heart. Whether you're a traveler or simply someone looking for a feel-good short film.