Roger Ebert
It will appeal to children young enough to be untutored in boredom, and to anyone old enough to be drawn in, or to appreciate the artistry.
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The Secret of Kells
The first animated feature from Cartoon Saloon (Wolfwalkers) following the adventure of 12-year-old Brendan who must fight Vikings and a serpent god to find a crystal and complete the legendary Book of Kells.
2009Rating: NR79 minsBelgium, France, IrelandCartoon Saloon, Gébéka Films
AdventureAnimatedKids & FamilyFantasy
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The New York Times
The sometimes hectic plot ultimately serves as scaffolding for Mr. Moore’s extraordinary visual brio.
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The Guardian
The visuals are likably reminiscent of Friz Freleng's Pink Panther... A low-key pleasure.
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Time Out
The story is a bit tangled, and there is too much of it packed into nearly 80 minutes, but... the animation is so magical.
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Entertainment Weekly
The film’s story is so busy yet flat that the effect isn’t magical — it’s more like watching the tale of some very enchanted wallpaper.
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Los Angeles Times
A ravishing, continually surprising example of largely hand-drawn animation...
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Wall Street Journal
The soul of the film lies in its ravishing colours, and in exuberantly stylised images that pay homage to Celtic culture and design...
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