The Secret of Kells (2009/NR) June 28, 2010

Mon, June 28 @ 7 & 9:30pm
Tue, June 29 @ 7 & 9:30pm
Wed, June 30 @ 4, 7 & 9:30pm

Cost: $8*, $6* Students and Seniors

Directed by Tomm Moore
Nominated for 2009 Oscar, Best Animated Feature Film of the Year

Do not miss the highly anticipated new animated masterpiece from the producers of Kirikou and the Sorceress and Triplets of Belleville! Magic, fantasy and Celtic mythology come together in a riot of color and detail that dazzle the eyes in this sweeping story about the power of imagination and faith to carry humanity through dark times. Features the voices of Brendan Gleeson (Harry Potter, In Bruges), Mick Lally, Evan McGuire and Christen Mooney.
Young Brendan lives in a remote medieval outpost under siege from barbarian raids. But a new life of adventure beckons when a celebrated master illuminator arrives from foreign lands carrying an ancient but unfinished 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. It is here that he meets the fairy Aisling, a mysterious young wolf-girl, who helps him along the way. But with the barbarians closing in, will Brendan's determination and artistic vision illuminate the darkness and show that enlightenment is the best fortification against evil?

"Four Stars! Ravishing! Magical! Glorious!" - Kenneth Turan, Los Angeles Times

"Fanciful and captivating! Gorgeous and uplifting!" - Claudia Puig, USA Today

"The Secret of Kells discloses strange new vistas that nonetheless seem to have existed since ancient times." - A.O. Scott, New York Times

"Rapturous! Stunning! A riot of color!" - Ella Taylor, Village Voice

"A Visual Feast!...Unlike anything I have ever seen before!" - Lou Lumenick, New York Post

"Pure Inspiration! One of the most beautiful works of animation ever!" - Armond White, New York Press

"Four Stars! Enchanting!" - Joshua Rothkopf, Time Out New York

"Dazzling! Utterly Charming!...A haunting blend of history, fairy tale and pure invention!" - Andrew O'Hehir, Salon

"A Tour-de-Force!...Absolutely luscious to behold!" - Variety

"Pure Delight!...The exquisite art and fairy tale ambience will win over animation fans and children alike." - Box Office Magazine

Country of Origin: France, Belgium, Ireland
Language: English

Official Website: http://www.thestatetheatre.org/index.php