When Vikings attack an Irish abbey, the monks must stop work on the legendary Book of Kells and protect their home. So Brendan (voiced by Evan McGuire), the 12-year-old nephew of Abbott Cellach (Brendan Gleeson),



is tasked with completing the magnificent work. Now, he must confront his most intense fears as he uses his illumination skills and braves the enchanted forest outside the abbey walls in this exhilarating, Oscar-nominated animated tale.



2009 NR 75 minutes

5 stars. A fascinating movie. This movie is gorgeous and well done. The artwork is perfect, using symbols and imagery from the book of kells to great effect in almost every frame.