This film is part of our 13th European Children's Film Festival and will be screened in the sub-program "Special Program of the Irish Studio Cartoon Saloon."
Group and school visits can also be booked for times outside the general festival schedule! Contact us at: helen@kino.ee.
Tomm Moore and Nora Twomey's film "The Secret of Kells" is a captivating animation that takes viewers back to medieval Ireland, bringing legends and mysticism to life. This film is the first part of Cartoon Saloon’s "Irish Folklore Trilogy" and is remarkable for its unique hand-drawn animation style, rich historical context, and deep spiritual themes. "The Secret of Kells" offers not only visual delight but also a thought-provoking story about culture, knowledge, and the meaning of light in dark times.
The story centers around a young monk, Brendan, who lives within the walls of a bell-symbolic monastery under siege by Vikings. Brendan finds himself facing an important mission when he meets master illuminator Aidan and discovers that he must help complete a sacred text called the Book of Kells, which has the power to bring light and hope even in the darkest moments. However, for this, Brendan must venture beyond the protective walls of the monastery, encounter mystical creatures, and conquer his greatest fears. The film explores the power of courage, creativity, and light at a time when the world faces destruction.
"The Secret of Kells" represents the renaissance of hand-drawn animation and highlights Ireland’s rich cultural heritage. Its visual style, inspired by Celtic art and medieval illumination, has been widely recognized and praised. The film has won multiple awards and nominations, including an Oscar nomination for Best Animated Feature. "The Secret of Kells" is a culturally and artistically powerful story that stands out for its unique aesthetic and profound spiritual message, offering a rare glimpse into a historical period and art form that has faded over time but is revived through the film’s magical narrative.
Check out the festival schedule on our events page or at https://www.kino.ee/events/lastefilm24.
In cinema 10/12/2024
The Secret of Kells
The Secret of Kells
PERE
Genre
Adventure, Animation, Fantasy, Family
Director
Tomm Moore, Nora Twomey
Run time
1h 15min
Cast
Evan McGuire, Brendan Gleeson, Mick Lally
Genre
Adventure, Animation, Fantasy, Family
Director
Tomm Moore, Nora Twomey
Run time
1h 15min
Cast
Evan McGuire, Brendan Gleeson, Mick Lally
This film is part of our 13th European Children's Film Festival and will be screened in the sub-program "Special Program of the Irish Studio Cartoon Saloon."
Group and school visits can also be booked for times outside the general festival schedule! Contact us at: helen@kino.ee.
Tomm Moore and Nora Twomey's film "The Secret of Kells" is a captivating animation that takes viewers back to medieval Ireland, bringing legends and mysticism to life. This film is the first part of Cartoon Saloon’s "Irish Folklore Trilogy" and is remarkable for its unique hand-drawn animation style, rich historical context, and deep spiritual themes. "The Secret of Kells" offers not only visual delight but also a thought-provoking story about culture, knowledge, and the meaning of light in dark times.
The story centers around a young monk, Brendan, who lives within the walls of a bell-symbolic monastery under siege by Vikings. Brendan finds himself facing an important mission when he meets master illuminator Aidan and discovers that he must help complete a sacred text called the Book of Kells, which has the power to bring light and hope even in the darkest moments. However, for this, Brendan must venture beyond the protective walls of the monastery, encounter mystical creatures, and conquer his greatest fears. The film explores the power of courage, creativity, and light at a time when the world faces destruction.
"The Secret of Kells" represents the renaissance of hand-drawn animation and highlights Ireland’s rich cultural heritage. Its visual style, inspired by Celtic art and medieval illumination, has been widely recognized and praised. The film has won multiple awards and nominations, including an Oscar nomination for Best Animated Feature. "The Secret of Kells" is a culturally and artistically powerful story that stands out for its unique aesthetic and profound spiritual message, offering a rare glimpse into a historical period and art form that has faded over time but is revived through the film’s magical narrative.
Check out the festival schedule 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 Nora Twomey's film "The Secret of Kells" is a captivating animation that takes viewers back to medieval Ireland, bringing legends and mysticism to life. This film is the first part of Cartoon Saloon’s "Irish Folklore Trilogy" and is remarkable for its unique hand-drawn animation style, rich historical context, and deep spiritual themes. "The Secret of Kells" offers not only visual delight but also a thought-provoking story about culture, knowledge, and the meaning of light in dark times.
The story centers around a young monk, Brendan, who lives within the walls of a bell-symbolic monastery under siege by Vikings. Brendan finds himself facing an important mission when he meets master illuminator Aidan and discovers that he must help complete a sacred text called the Book of Kells, which has the power to bring light and hope even in the darkest moments. However, for this, Brendan must venture beyond the protective walls of the monastery, encounter mystical creatures, and conquer his greatest fears. The film explores the power of courage, creativity, and light at a time when the world faces destruction.
"The Secret of Kells" represents the renaissance of hand-drawn animation and highlights Ireland’s rich cultural heritage. Its visual style, inspired by Celtic art and medieval illumination, has been widely recognized and praised. The film has won multiple awards and nominations, including an Oscar nomination for Best Animated Feature. "The Secret of Kells" is a culturally and artistically powerful story that stands out for its unique aesthetic and profound spiritual message, offering a rare glimpse into a historical period and art form that has faded over time but is revived through the film’s magical narrative.
Check out the festival schedule on our events page or at https://www.kino.ee/events/lastefilm24.
Info
Rating
Family film
Production year
2009
Global distributor
Buena Vista International
Local distributor
Buena Vista International
In cinema
10/12/2024