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Kubo mesmerizes the people in his village with his magical gift for spinning wild tales with origami. When he accidentally summons an evil spirit seeking vengeance, Kubo is forced to go on a quest to solve the mystery of his fallen samurai father and his mystical weaponry, as well as discover his own magical powers.
In a mythical ancient Japan, a young boy named Kubo ekes out a humble existence by his mother's side, recounting tales of legendary warriors to captivated villagers. His peaceful life is shattered when a vengeful spirit from his past comes calling, forcing Kubo to flee. To survive, he must embark on a perilous quest to recover a magical sword, the only weapon that can defeat the ancient evil.
Kubo and the Two Strings was widely acclaimed by critics, praised for its stunning stop-motion animation, emotional depth, and mature storytelling. Audiences also responded positively, appreciating its unique blend of fantasy and heartfelt drama.
Praised for its breathtaking and innovative stop-motion animation.
Commended for its mature and emotionally resonant storytelling.
Recognized for its imaginative world-building and compelling characters.
Google audience: Viewers lauded the film's visual artistry and emotional impact, highlighting its unique narrative and the powerful performances that brought the characters to life. Many found it to be a moving and visually spectacular cinematic experience.
Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. Won a BAFTA Award for Best Animated Film. Received numerous other accolades for its animation and visual effects.
The intricate 'origami monsters' in the film were created using a combination of practical stop-motion animation and CGI, with animators painstakingly folding and manipulating paper before translating it into digital models.
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Great, creative story. <em>'Kubo and the Two Strings'</em> is a fun film, I enjoyed it all. I love the animation style that Laika use, they also tend to get the vibe of their stories pretty bang on. This is my favourite work of the studi...
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