''GG Bond'' (

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created by Zhibin "Ben" Gu and produced by WinSing Animation. The series began in 2005 and has aired for 17 seasons in 3D computer-generated animation. The production company has distributed one season of episodes yearly since 2005. For the 17th season, the show was completely redesigned and the characters were given new names. This revamp was developed with the help of Al Kahn, the former CEO of

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, who brought in some American writers. Starting with this season, the show was given the new English title ''Kung Fu Pork Choppers''. There are currently four theatrical films based on the TV series: '' GG Bond Hatching'' (2012), '' GG Bond 2'' (2014), '' GG Bond Movie: Ultimate Battle'' (2015) and '' GG Bond: Guarding'' (2017).

Background

The show follows the titular GG Bond, an intelligent, immature, and mischievous humanoid pig living in a world where the magic of

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s has coalesced with modern society. He retains a close circle of acquaintances in the fellow pigs Pheobe (菲菲), Super Q (超人强), Bobby (波比), S-Daddy (小呆呆), and Dr. Mihoo (迷糊博士). Each season follows a different iteration of this team in the series' multiverse, with only their names and broad personalities remaining consistent. These universes occasionally cross over with each other in central story arcs. Most episodes of ''GG Bond'' are comedies with moral lessons regarding the values of courage, friendship, harmony, integrity, perseverance, and respect for elders. Environmental issues often discussed include environmental damage, deforestation, and pollution. Episodes of the series often include humorous takes on classic fairy tales with modern technology.

Reception and awards

*Winner of "Domestic Animation Golden Award" of the 17th Shanghai TV Festival. *Nominated for the 2009 "Best Domestic Animation" at Shanghai TV Festival. *Winner of the 2009 KAKU Annual "Best Animated Series" as reported by ''Beijing Review''.

References

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