The Secret of Kells
Turn the darkness into light
2009 | 78m | English
Popularity: 2 (history)
| Director: | Tomm Moore, Nora Twomey |
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| Writer: | Fabrice Ziolkowski |
| Staring: |
| Adventure awaits 12 year old Brendan who must fight Vikings and a serpent god to find a crystal and complete the legendary Book of Kells. In order to finish Brother Aiden's book, Brendan must overcome his deepest fears on a secret quest that will take him beyond the abbey walls and into the enchanted forest where dangerous mythical creatures hide. Will Brendan succeed in his quest? | |
| Release Date: | Feb 09, 2009 |
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| Director: | Tomm Moore, Nora Twomey |
| Writer: | Fabrice Ziolkowski |
| Genres: | Animation, Family, Fantasy |
| Keywords | mythology, vikings (norsemen), barbarian, underwater, trapped, sea monster, woman director, irish folklore, 9th century, celtic mythology |
| Production Companies | France 2 Cinéma, Celluloid Dreams, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland, RTÉ, Gébéka Films, Les Armateurs, Vivi Film, Cartoon Saloon |
| Box Office |
Revenue: $1,803,412
Budget: $8,000,000 |
| Updates |
Updated: Feb 03, 2026 Entered: Apr 13, 2024 |
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| Name | Character |
|---|---|
| Evan McGuire | Brendan (voice) |
| Christen Mooney | Aisling (voice) |
| Brendan Gleeson | Abbot Cellach (voice) |
| Mick Lally | Aidan (voice) |
| Liam Hourican | Brother Tang / Leonardo (voice) |
| Paul Tylak | Brother Assoua (voice) |
| Michael McGrath | Adult Brendan (voice) |
| Paul Young | Brother Square (voice) |
| Nora Twomey | Additional Voices and Walla (voice) |
| Alli McCann | Additional Voices and Walla (voice) |
| Clair Funchion | Additional Voices and Walla (voice) |
| Conor O'Halloran | Additional Voices and Walla (voice) |
| Gaelle Hersent | Additional Voices and Walla (voice) |
| Marie Thorhauge | Additional Voices and Walla (voice) |
| Sean Ono Lennon | Additional Voices and Walla (voice) |
| Jonas Hoffmann | Additional Voices and Walla (voice) |
| Fabian Erlinghäuser | Additional Voices and Walla (voice) |
| Kairen Waloch | Additional Voices and Walla (voice) |
| James William O'Halloran | Additional Voices and Walla (voice) |
| Name | Job |
|---|---|
| Bruno Coulais | Original Music Composer |
| Claire Paoletti | Thanks |
| Kila | Music |
| Fabrice Ziolkowski | Screenplay, Writer |
| Lorraine Lordan | Animation |
| Paul Lavergne | Executive Music Producer |
| Fx Goby | Thanks |
| Hans Everaert | Thanks |
| Caroline Piochon | Animation |
| Sébastien Marquilly | Sound Designer, Sound Editor |
| Naomi Kestemont | Thanks |
| Vanessa Crahay | Animation |
| Ross Murray | Executive In Charge Of Production |
| Joke Eycken | Animation |
| Jonas Hoffmann | Title Designer |
| Fabian Erlinghäuser | Animation Supervisor |
| Lydie Tedesco | Administration |
| Alfredo Cassano | Animation |
| Louise Curran | Thanks |
| David Max Freedman | Thanks |
| Lance Hogan | Musician |
| Sébastien Cortequisse | Sound Editor |
| Tom Van Gestel | 3D Animator |
| Hermien Verstraete | Animation |
| Tom Caulfield | Animation |
| Marcos Alessandro da Col | Systems Administrators & Support |
| Jérôme Larivet | Administration |
| Eleni Chandrinou | Thanks |
| Nessa King | Thanks |
| Marie-Laure Guisset | Animation Supervisor |
| Dee Armstrong | Musician |
| Maxime Lefevre | Sound Engineer |
| Jean-Philippe Audin | Musician |
| Rudi Mertens | Animation |
| Jean Morel | Animation |
| Andrzej Radka | Animation |
| Camille Leganza | Executive In Charge Of Production |
| Aurélie Bernard | Background Designer |
| Samuel Brasseur | 3D Animator |
| Pascal Vermeersch | Animation |
| Barry Reynolds | Animation |
| Marcelo Fernandes De Moura | Production Manager |
| David Bols | Animation |
| Anton Roebben | Production Coordinator |
| Pierre Cambier | 3D Animator |
| Lionel Marchand | Animation |
| Isabelle Truc | Executive In Charge Of Production |
| Fabienne Alvarez-Giro | Editor |
| Dani Alcaraz | Animation |
| Pierre Héros | Thanks |
| Jean-Baptiste Vendamme | Animation |
| Pieter Vanluffelen | Animation |
| Darko Belevski | Animation Supervisor |
| Jean-Luc Fromental | Thanks |
| Francis Combes | 3D Animator |
| Herle Maria Kühl | Animation Supervisor |
| Brendan McCarthy | Thanks |
| Emmanuel Delétang | Executive Music Producer |
| Eve Guastella | Key Animation |
| Sara Wikler | Thanks |
| Edit Sándor | Production Manager |
| Michele De Feudis | Animation |
| Olivia Carpentier | 3D Animator |
| Dominique Gantois | 3D Animator |
| Pascal Maoloni | Animation |
| Serge Colibert | Administration |
| Corinne Kuyl | Animation |
| Aidan Harte | Thanks |
| Eoin Dillon | Musician |
| Audrey O'Brien | Production Coordinator |
| Benoît Féroumont | Animation Supervisor |
| Rossa Ó'Snodaigh | Musician |
| Rod Stoneman | Thanks |
| Alessandra Sorrentino | Animation |
| Colm Ó'Snodaigh | Musician |
| Freek Quartier | 3D Animator |
| Eric Goossens | Executive In Charge Of Production |
| Elie Klimis | Animation |
| Danielle Raaphorst | Thanks |
| Sjef Scholte | Thanks |
| Ross Stewart | Art Direction |
| Jeremy Purcell | Animation |
| Maya Merigeau | Background Designer |
| Slim Pezin | Musician, Music Supervisor |
| Rémi Chayé | First Assistant Director, Second Unit Director of Photography |
| Fabien Devillers | Sound Re-Recording Mixer |
| Alexandre Fleurant | Sound Editor |
| Tomm Moore | Director |
| Armelle Glorennec | Production Coordinator |
| Eric Jacquot | Production Coordinator |
| Barry O'Donoghue | Thanks |
| Nora Twomey | Co-Director |
| Gábor Pichler | Animation |
| Hermann Pasitka | Animation |
| Janos Szabo | Animation |
| Károly Horváth | Animation |
| László Balajthy | Animation |
| Laszlo Farkas | Animation |
| Laszlo Kiraly | Animation |
| Laszlo Klotz | Animation |
| László Lőrincz L. | Animation |
| Lászlo Tóth | Animation |
| Mathieu Chaptel | Animation |
| Nevelina Kumanova | Animation |
| Péter Tenkei | Animation |
| Stanimir Kumanov | Animation |
| Tamas Gyapai | Animation |
| Zsolt Maticska | Animation |
| Zsuzsanna Nyúl | Animation |
| Name | Title |
|---|---|
| Paul Young | Producer |
| Ivan Rouvreure | Executive Producer |
| Viviane Vanfleteren | Producer |
| Didier Brunner | Producer |
| James Flynn | Executive Producer |
| Organization | Category | Person | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAFTA Awards | Best Animated Feature | N/A | Nominated |
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Alunauwie
8.0
The film is a historical fantasy inspired by the origins of the Book of Kells, a Latin manuscript of the four Gospels adorned with beautiful illustrations. It introduces viewers to a religious and artistic legacy within the context of the Catholic Church. The narrative centers on the character Brend ... an and his role in completing the sacred manuscript. Visually, the film is striking, with unique animation, ornate aesthetics, and harmonious colors that enhance its historical tone. The glowing depiction of the book and its golden ink captures the divine reverence toward sacred texts. However, some elements, such as the actual "secret" of Kells or the fate of the town after an attack, remain unclear. Despite the narrative gaps, the film delivers an immersive experience that blends history, myth, and faith through stunning art and sound. It rightfully earned critical acclaim, including 7 awards and an Oscar nomination in 2010. Ultimately, it teaches the importance of staying open to guidance while choosing wisely based on wisdom and experience. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)
Sep 11, 2025