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History, myth and legend collide in this inspiring Oscar nominated animated feature film.
Twelve-year-old Brendan’s life in the monastery at Kells is not very exciting until Aidan arrives. Suddenly life is one big adventure. In the forest Brendan is rescued from wolves by Aisling, a mysterious green-eyed girl. In the cave of the Dark One, he risks his life to steal the eye of the serpent god, Crom Cruach.
Meanwhile Aidan is keeping a secret that will become Brendan’s biggest challenge, and the Vikings get nearer and nearer …
The first animated feature film ever produced in Ireland, The Secret of Kells has won praise from critics and audiences alike.
'Simply astounding ... Guaranteed to fascinate children and adults alike' Irish Examiner
'Truly enchanting ... A breath of fresh air' The Star
'Refreshingly different precisely because its look is so profoundly retro, 'Brendan and the Secret of Kells" harks back not just to older animation styles but to pre-medieval illuminated manuscript tradition. With its jewel-bright colors and intricate use of lines, the result is absolutely luscious to behold.' www.variety.com
