The Legend Of The Sacred Deer

In the enchanting town of Saint Hubert, nestled in southern Belgium's Walloon region, a unique narrative unfolds, casting the town as the esteemed hunting capital of Europe. The roots of this distinction trace back to the legend of Saint Hubert, who, having encountered a sacred deer, ascended to the revered status of patron saint of hunters.A compelling exchange takes place as a former hunter reveals the town's history to an inquisitive Chinese director Xun hailing from the Manchurian ethnic minority. With ancestral ties to hunting, his people underwent a transformative journey adapting to urbanization. The dialogue takes an intriguing turn as the former hunter unravels the rituals surrounding killing in Saint Hubert, prompting the Chinese visitor, our storyteller, to contemplate the intricate dance between humanity and nature.The narrative gains complexity as they delve into two distinct versions of the deer legend—the Western and the Chinese tale.