Critics enthusiastically welcome the movie 'Wolfwalkers' at the Cartoon Saloon
Wolfwalkers, iThe animated film from Apple and Melusine Productions, debuted on the big screen at the Toronto International Film Festival last Saturday. The third animated film by two-time Oscar nominee Tomm Moore (The secret of Kells, Song of the sea) and Ross Stewart, tells the magical story of a young trainee hunter who travels to Ireland with his father to wipe out the last wolf pack. While exploring the forbidden lands, outside the city walls, Robyn befriends a free-spirited member of a mysterious tribe who is said to have the ability to transform into wolves at night.
The original Apple film is directed by Moore and Stewart and written by Will Collins (Song of the sea). Paul Young, Nora Twomey, Moore and Stéphan Roelants are the producers. Moore has previously directed the Oscar-nominated animated films The secret of Kells e Song of the sea and Cartoon Saloon credits include Oscar nominee The Breadwinner - the last two films also made their world premiere at TIFF. wolfwalkers will be streamed worldwide on Apple TV + after its theatrical run. GKIDS will act as a partner for theatrical distribution in North America.
Just like the other three previous Cartoon Saloon films to date, the film was enthusiastically received by critics. Here is an example of the early reviews:
“Of the various cartoon heroes Moore has envisioned, Mebh feels the liveliest. From her mischievous expressions, which reveal sharp canine teeth when she smiles, to an unruly mane strewn with twigs and leaves, Mebh represents many of the characteristics Pixar was looking for with Princess Merida in "Brave - Rebel," embodied in a much more captivating design. . wolfwalkers it's not necessarily better than that movie, but its feminine power feels less forced. In the following decade Kels it's not just technological advancements that make Moore's latest so impressive, but also rapidly evolving cultural conversations. He puts it all together by borrowing from timeless visual influences, leaving the public with another stunning work of art for the ages. "
- Peter Debrudge, Variety
The final film in Moore and Stewart's "Irish folklore trilogy" is a noisy, fast-paced and highly commercial affair filled with audacity, revelations, close escapes and dark confrontations of life and death ... A film that never gets lost when it can run , wolfwalkers it looks very cinematic. Filmmakers make use of split screen, editing and sharp editing to sustain a lively rhythm. It goes without saying that it looks gorgeous, full of color depth and detail.
This adorable and satisfying saga, wolfwalkers it has the feel of an instant classic and even the seemingly obligatory inclusion of two overwhelming and lively songs does nothing to spoil the fun. "
- Allan Hunter, Screen Daily
“There is wit and adventure, and a pair of delightful young friends whose determination saves the day, but there are also extraordinary works of art and compelling observations on colonization, environmental governance, government through fear and disinformation , the dangers of overprotective parenting and the age-old effort to control the Irish, both materially and spiritually ... This is an eco-fable to show to young viewers who may not yet be ready to Principessa Mononoke, but their parents should stay too. The many lessons that wolfwalkers must share, whether it is relationships between children and parents or between people and nature, they are the ones that you can never be too old to learn “.
- Alonso Duralde, The Wrap
Here is the latest trailer for the film:
wolfwalkers will be streamed worldwide on Apple TV + after its theatrical run. GKIDS will act as a partner for theatrical distribution in North America.
