Eyez
Eyez

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Eyez

2016
Movie
39 min
English

Documentary about the creation of J. Cole's '4 Your Eyez Only' album released on Tidal and YouTube

Insights

IMDb7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes97%
Metacritic84/100
Google Users87%
Director: Travis KnightGenres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A young Kubo lives a relatively peaceful life in his small village, caring for his mother and telling stories to the townsfolk. His quiet existence is shattered when a vengeful spirit from his past comes to collect a debt, forcing him to go on the run. To survive, Kubo must find a magical suit of armor worn by his late father, a legendary Samurai warrior.

Critical Reception

Kubo and the Two Strings was met with widespread critical acclaim, praised for its stunning stop-motion animation, emotional depth, and imaginative storytelling. Critics lauded its unique blend of action, fantasy, and heartfelt drama, often citing it as one of the best animated films of the year.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually breathtaking with its intricate stop-motion animation.

  • A deeply moving and mature fantasy adventure with a strong emotional core.

  • Praised for its unique storytelling and ambition in the animated film genre.

Google audience: Audiences praised the film's stunning visuals and creative storytelling, finding it to be a captivating and emotional experience. Many highlighted the film's unique blend of Japanese folklore and heartfelt themes as particularly strong.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. Won Best Animated Film at the BAFTA Awards.

Fun Fact

The film's intricate stop-motion animation sequences took years to complete, with animators often working on just a few seconds of footage per week.

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