Universal City, California, September 21, 2016
– A young boy with a magical gift sets out on a thrilling quest to
discover his family’s legacy in LAIKA’s newest film, Kubo and the Two
Strings. The latest masterpiece from the animation studio behind the
Academy Award-nominated films Coraline, ParaNorman, and The Boxtrolls
comes to Digital HD on November 8, 2016 and Blu-ray™ 3D, Blu-ray™, DVD
and On Demand on November 22, 2016 from Universal Pictures Home
Entertainment. Hailed as “an exquisite, beautiful film,” (Scott Mantz,
Access Hollywood) Kubo and the Two Strings has captivated audiences of
all ages, earning an extraordinary 97% “Certified Fresh” rating on
Rotten Tomatoes, making it one of the best-reviewed films of the year!
From
acclaimed animation studio LAIKA comes an all-new epic adventure
starring the voice talents of Academy Award® winners Charlize Theron
(Mad Max: Fury Road) and Matthew McConaughey (Interstellar). Young Kubo
(voiced by Art Parkinson of Game of Thrones) mesmerizes the people in
his village with his magical gift for spinning fantastical tales. When
he accidentally summons an evil spirit seeking vengeance, Kubo journeys
on an action-packed quest to solve the mystery of his fallen samurai
father, discover his own magical powers, and reunite his family.
Kubo
and the Two Strings stars an all-star supporting voice cast including
George Takei (Star Trek), Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa (The Man in the High
Castle), and Academy Award® nominees Ralph Fiennes (Harry Potter),
Brenda Vaccaro (Johnny Bravo), and Rooney Mara (The Girl with the Dragon
Tattoo). The Blu-ray 3D™, Blu-ray™, DVD and Digital HD are packed with
exciting behind-the-scenes bonus content, featuring the filmmakers and
incredible voice cast, that allows viewers to dive even deeper into the
magical story.
Bonus Features Exclusive to Blu-ray™ 3D Combo Pack & Blu-ray™ Combo Pack
• Introduction by Director/Producer Travis Knight: Director/Producer Travis Knight introduces “Kubo’s Journey.”
• Mythological Monsters: The filmmakers and crew discuss the new techniques they used to create the terrifying antagonists. Learn how each monster differed in scale, design, and execution.
• Braving the Elements:
A particularly challenging aspect of filming was animating water and
rain effects. Discover how LAIKA was able to animate water in the context of a stop-motion film.
• The Redemptive and Healing Power of Music: Learn how traditional and contemporary musical styles were combined by Academy Award®-winning composer Dario Marianelli (Atonement) to infuse the film with such a heartfelt sound.
• Epilogue by Director/Producer Travis Knight: Director/Producer Travis Knight discusses what attracted LAIKA to Kubo and the Two Strings.
Bonus Features on Blu-ray™ 3D Combo Pack & Blu-ray™ Combo Pack and DVD
• Japanese Inspiration: The LAIKA creative team and the cast discuss the inspirations for the story.
• Corners of the Earth: Filmmakers and crew discuss the challenges of the varied landscapes and locations in Kubo and the Two Strings.
• The Myth of Kubo: Cast and filmmakers discuss the story at the core of Kubo and the Two Strings.
• Feature Commentary with Director/Producer Travis Knight
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