The secret of Kells / GKids presents ; a film by Tomm Moore ; co-director, Nora Twomey ; script, Fabrice Ziolkowski ; a Les Armateurs, Vivi Film, Cartoon Saloon, France 2 Cinéma production.
Container of (work): Secret of Kells (Motion picture)
Notes:
Originally released as a motion picture in 2009. Issued as part of Cartoon Saloon's Irish Folklore Trilogy. Wide screen (1.78:1). Bonus features: Master illuminators (audio commentary with the director, co-director and art director); Voices of Ireland (voice recording sessions with Brendan Gleeson, Evan McGuire, Christen Mooney and Mick Lally); Director's presentation of pre-production sketches and inspirational images; Pencil to picture; Aisling at the Oscars; and more. Voices: Evan McGuire, Christen Mooney, Brendan Gleeson, Mick Lally.
Summary:
In a remote medieval outpost of Ireland, young Brendan embarks on a new life of adventure when a celebrated master illuminator arrives from foreign lands carrying a book brimming with secret wisdom and powers. To help complete the magical book, Brendan has to overcome his deepest fears on a dangerous quest that takes him into the enchanted forest where mythical creatures hide.
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