Remember back when the Oscar nominations were announced, and the finalists for Best Animated Feature Film were four very familiar movies--
Up (the eventual winner),
Coraline,
Fantastic Mr. Fox, and
The Princess and the Frog--and one most of us had never heard of,
The Secret of Kells? Well, word did spread, and a number of people were able to see it in theaters, but the movie should get a lot more eyes this fall when it comes out on
Blu-ray/DVD combo and
DVD. From our editorial review:
The story takes place in the eighth century, a perilous time when Viking raiders threatened to destroy Irish civilization. Since his parents were killed by Vikings, 12-year-old Brendan (voice by Evan McGuire) has lived within the walled monastery of Kells under the stern eye of his uncle, Abbot Cellach (Brendan Gleeson). But his life changes when Brother Aidan (Mick Lally) arrives at Kells with a wondrously beautiful but unfinished illuminated manuscript, created to be "a beacon in these dark times." Brendan realizes he wants to become an illuminator and complete the book, despite his uncle's opposition. His decision helps him win the friendship of Aisling (Christen Mooney), a silver-haired wood fairy--and requires him to battle the monstrous pagan god Crom Cruach... Brendan's adventures are exciting enough to keep children entertained, while its graphic beauties will delight adult viewers.
I'm fascinated by the visual style and eager to see this. If you're interested, you can watch the trailer and see a still below (see more stills here). --David
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