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Kubo and the Two Strings. In a small village in an ancient mythical Japan, Kubo and his magic shamisen unwittingly summon vengeful spirits who wish to harm him and his ailing mother. While on the run, he encounters magical creatures, and learns the truth of his earthly family's connection to the heaven and stars.
Parents need to know that Kubo and the Two Strings is an adventure from LAIKA Animation, the studio behind Coraline, ParaNorman, The Boxtrolls, and Corpse Bride.Like those films, it has more darkness and edge than many average kids' movies and is best suited for tweens and older, rather than the preschool and early-elementary set.
Kubo is the titular main protagonist of the Laika's 6th full-length animated feature film Kubo and the Two Strings. The son of the former goddess Satiaru and of the samurai Hanzo of the Beetle Clan, Kubo is persistently hunted down by his grandfather, The Moon King, and his aunts Karasu and Washi, who seek to blind Kubo in order for the boy to "ascend" to godhood, which would also mean Kubo ...
Aug 19, 2016 · Kubo and the Two Strings is an absolute masterpiece of animation and storytelling. With stunning visuals and a touching narrative, this movie is a must-see for both adults and children alike. The story follows Kubo, a young boy with a magical instrument, on a thrilling adventure to save his family and uncover the truth about his past.
Aug 19, 2016 · Above all else, “Kubo and the Two Strings” is fittingly about storytelling and its capacity to transform and connect us. The timelessness of the film gives it an overall feeling of cinematic grace, with obvious nods to greats ranging from Kurosawa and Miyazaki to Spielberg and Lucas. The resonance of the performances from its excellent ...
Jul 11, 2017 · Set forth on an adventure of the imagination with LAIKA’s stop-motion animated fantasy, Kubo and the Two Strings. The original theatrical trailer takes you o...
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