Watership Down: Perspectives On and Beyond Animated Violence - Paperbackby Catherine Lester (Editor) Watership Down (Martin Rosen, 1978) is as controversial as it is beloved. Whether due to the tear jerking hit song 'Bright Eyes' or its notorious representation of violence inflicted by and upon animated rabbits, the film retains the ability to move and shock audiences of all ages, remaining an important cultural touchstone decades after its original release. This open access collection unites scholars and practitioners