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.
In cinema 10/12/2024
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
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.
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