Sunday, September 4, 2016

Kubo and the Two-Strings (2016)

The newly released film by quirky film animation studio "Laika" , makes "Kubo and the Two-Strings".   It's a beautifully visual masterpiece, but may be frightening to some children. If you are a devoted religious person, then this film may not appease you. Despite these pessimistic qualities, "Kubo and the Two-Strings" is action-packed, weird- (in a good way), and a spectacle.   

It's stunning animation that gets movies noticed by (The Academy), and in "Laika's case, for instance, it just well-might get that distinguished honor. As critics and audiences nationwide agree, this film is a unique wonder.

A plethora of a talented voice cast showcased in the film, are dramatic, emotional, and humorous. It's ensemble is led by: (Game of Thrones' Art Parkinson, Matthew McConaughey, and Charlize Theron.) Being-that-as-it-may, a dark film no doubt, but, it offers comedy.

The absolute artistry in the film along with its special effects and settings, are treasured gold. The characters in the film are so lifelike, it's amazing.

Making his directorial debut, (Travis Knight) executes a stunning  and original work of film.

Without a doubt, Religiously controversial, and weird, (Laika Studios') "Kubo and the Two-Strings" benefits for being an action-packed, dark, (yet funny) film.


"Focus Features and Laika Studios present a Travis Knight film, Kubo and the Two-Strings stars: Art Parkinson, Charlize Theron, and Matthew McConaughey. Runtime: 1 Hour & 42 Minutes, MPAA Rating: PG (for thematic elements, scary images, action and peril.) Now Playing in theaters. 

Rate: B-