Wolfwalkers

Wolfwalkers

PERE

Genre

Drama, Action, Thriller, Adventure, Animation, Fantasy, Family

Director

Tomm Moore, Ross Stewart

Run time

1h 43min

Cast

Honor Kneafsey, Eva Whittaker, Sean Bean

This film is part of our 13th European Children's Film Festival and will be screened in the special program "Irish Studio Cartoon Saloon Special Program."

Group and school visits can also be booked for times outside the general festival schedule! Contact us at: helen@kino.ee.

Tomm Moore and Ross Stewart's film "Wolfwalkers" is an extraordinary and breathtaking animation that takes viewers into the magical world of Irish folklore. As part of Cartoon Saloon's "Irish Folklore Trilogy," this film is more than just a story about wolves and humans – it is a deeply emotional and visually stunning journey that explores themes of freedom, friendship, and balance with nature. The unique hand-drawn animation and rich cultural context make "Wolfwalkers" one of the finest examples of modern animation, offering viewers a powerful story and visual enjoyment with a profound message.

The film centers on a young English girl named Robyn Goodfellowe, who moves to Ireland with her father to help eradicate the last wolves, which are considered dangerous by the local townspeople. However, Robyn's world changes when she meets Mebh – a mysterious girl who is part of the "Wolfwalkers" clan, able to transform into wolves at night. Robyn discovers within herself the same ability to become a wolf, forcing her to face a difficult choice: remain loyal to her father and the city's rules or follow her heart and protect nature and freedom.

"Wolfwalkers" is an important film because it stands as a unique example of the triumph of hand-drawn animation in a world dominated by digital animation. The film has been widely praised for its beautiful artistic style, rich narrative, and strong ecological and cultural message. It has won multiple awards and nominations, including Oscar and BAFTA nominations for Best Animated Feature. "Wolfwalkers" will be remembered in history as one of the most powerful and beautiful films, highlighting the connection between humanity and nature while offering a magical and deeply moving experience.

Check out the festival program on our events page or at https://www.kino.ee/events/lastefilm24.

Genre

Drama, Action, Thriller, Adventure, Animation, Fantasy, Family

Director

Tomm Moore, Ross Stewart

Run time

1h 43min

Cast

Honor Kneafsey, Eva Whittaker, Sean Bean

This film is part of our 13th European Children's Film Festival and will be screened in the special program "Irish Studio Cartoon Saloon Special Program."

Group and school visits can also be booked for times outside the general festival schedule! Contact us at: helen@kino.ee.

Tomm Moore and Ross Stewart's film "Wolfwalkers" is an extraordinary and breathtaking animation that takes viewers into the magical world of Irish folklore. As part of Cartoon Saloon's "Irish Folklore Trilogy," this film is more than just a story about wolves and humans – it is a deeply emotional and visually stunning journey that explores themes of freedom, friendship, and balance with nature. The unique hand-drawn animation and rich cultural context make "Wolfwalkers" one of the finest examples of modern animation, offering viewers a powerful story and visual enjoyment with a profound message.

The film centers on a young English girl named Robyn Goodfellowe, who moves to Ireland with her father to help eradicate the last wolves, which are considered dangerous by the local townspeople. However, Robyn's world changes when she meets Mebh – a mysterious girl who is part of the "Wolfwalkers" clan, able to transform into wolves at night. Robyn discovers within herself the same ability to become a wolf, forcing her to face a difficult choice: remain loyal to her father and the city's rules or follow her heart and protect nature and freedom.

"Wolfwalkers" is an important film because it stands as a unique example of the triumph of hand-drawn animation in a world dominated by digital animation. The film has been widely praised for its beautiful artistic style, rich narrative, and strong ecological and cultural message. It has won multiple awards and nominations, including Oscar and BAFTA nominations for Best Animated Feature. "Wolfwalkers" will be remembered in history as one of the most powerful and beautiful films, highlighting the connection between humanity and nature while offering a magical and deeply moving experience.

Check out the festival program on our events page or at https://www.kino.ee/events/lastefilm24.

Info

Rating

Family film

Production year

2020

Global distributor

Wildcard Distribution

Local distributor

Wildcard Distribution

In cinema

10/12/2024