The Secret of Kells

The Secret of Kells

2009 · 79 min · EN · NR · 7.4 (831 votes)
Dir. Tomm Moore · Starring Evan McGuire, Christen Mooney, Brendan Gleeson, Mick Lally, Liam Hourican, Paul Tylak · Music Bruno Coulais

“Turn the darkness into light”

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Adventure awaits 12 year old Brendan who must fight Vikings and a serpent god to find a crystal and complete the legendary Book of Kells. In order to finish Brother Aiden's book, Brendan must overcome his deepest fears on a secret quest that will take him beyond the abbey walls and into the enchanted forest where dangerous mythical creatures hide. Will Brendan succeed in his quest?

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Immerse yourself in a visually stunning tapestry of ancient Irish folklore. This film feels like stepping into a living illuminated manuscript, where intricate artistry meets a gentle, yet profound, adventure. It's a wondrous, mythic journey, evoking a sense of ancient magic and the quiet power of creation.

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