The Secret of Kells
Adventure beckons for 12-year-old Brendan as he confronts Viking raiders and a serpent god to seize a crystal and complete the legendary Book of Kells. To finish Brother Aiden's manuscript, Brendan must conquer his deepest fears on a covert quest that carries him beyond the abbey walls into an enchanted forest where perilous mythical creatures lie in wait. Will Brendan triumph in his quest?
Director(s)
Nora Twomey
Rémi Chayé
Tomm Moore
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Alunauwie
The film is a historical fantasy inspired by the origins of the Book of Kells, a Latin manuscript of the four Gospels adorned with beautiful illustrations. It introduces viewers to a religious and artistic legacy within the context of the Catholic Church. The narrative centers on the character Brendan and his role in completing the sacred manuscript. Visually, the film is striking, with unique animation, ornate aesthetics, and harmonious colors that enhance its historical tone. The glowing depiction of the book and its golden ink captures the divine reverence toward sacred texts. However, some elements, such as the actual "secret" of Kells or the fate of the town after an attack, remain unclear. Despite the narrative gaps, the film delivers an immersive experience that blends history, myth, and faith through stunning art and sound. It rightfully earned critical acclaim, including 7 awards and an Oscar nomination in 2010. Ultimately, it teaches the importance of staying open to guidance while choosing wisely based on wisdom and experience. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)
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The Secret of Kells FAQs
The directors of The Secret of Kells are Nora Twomey, Rémi Chayé, and Tomm Moore.
The cast of The Secret of Kells includes Mick Lally as Aidan (voice), Brendan Gleeson as Abbot Cellach (voice), Sean Ono Lennon as Additional Voices and Walla (voice), Paul Tylak as Brother Assoua (voice), Liam Hourican as Brother Tang / Leonardo (voice), James William O'Halloran as Additional Voices and Walla (voice), Michael McGrath as Adult Brendan (voice), Evan McGuire as Brendan (voice), Christen Mooney as Aisling (voice), Alli McCann as Additional Voices and Walla (voice), Clair Funchion as Additional Voices and Walla (voice), Conor O'Halloran as Additional Voices and Walla (voice), and more.
The duration of The Secret of Kells is 1h 19 mins.
Yes. The Secret of Kells has 2 trailers on Fanbiz, including The Secret of Kells - Now on DVD [Official US Trailer]. Watch them on this page.
The Secret of Kells was released on 09 Feb 2009.
The Secret of Kells is listed under Animation, Family, and Fantasy on Fanbiz.
The Secret of Kells has 1 review on Fanziz, with an average rating of 8.0/10. One reviewer wrote: "The film is a historical fantasy inspired by the origins of the Book of Kells, a Latin manuscript of the four Gospels adorned with beautiful illustrations. It introduces viewers..."
