Review of Kubo and the Two Strings (2016) by Arth J — 29 Dec 2018

A Magical Melodramatic Family.

Kubo And The Two Strings.

Knight's animated and magical world is adorable yet powerfully enchanting self inspired journey that is spellbounding for its originality and simplicity. Already been told a familiar concept as such, this savior of ours wins over the family drama than the general political views. Frankly, it is a personal tale conveyed with nightmarish demonic path and powerful undefeated- in fact- swords and magic. As much as mythologically the tale thrives upon, it also doesn't overstays its welcome by dwelling utterly on the past. It keeps refreshing the equation through creating the new equations on screen that leaves a long lasting impression.

Another major contributing factor is humbleness that each of its three dimensional characters works on. Donating their last drop of sweat and blood for the greater good, each supporting character pushes the protagonist up till the hill. It runs on a linear and simpler track that every now and then is funny and action packed, which leaves you in an awe for its layered through provoking concept. Voice cast has managed to stick by their role convincingly. Theron as the overprotective mother or arguably the only guardian, is walking on new terms but is still a soothing compelling performer.

Challenging her parallel-y lies McConaughey's completely opposite light hearted gullible brave warrior that keeps the bed warm and cozy. Fiennes as the ultimate climatic thrill may not have much to do but Mara as evil twins gets healthy amount of time to make it goofy with a still rigid mask. Parkinson, the protagonist, the one, is a fast learner and has the perfect amount of uncertainty in his voice to ignite the curiosity. Kubo And The Two Strings is Knight at his finest, from smoothness in sailing to exploring dark magic, his world is as always human to look at.