8.0
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Secret of Kells (2009)
The Secret of Kells (2009)
Overview
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?
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive
Viewer Rating
8.0
Overview
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?
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film receives a neutral rating because its core themes focus on universal human experiences such as the enduring power of art, the preservation of knowledge against destruction, and individual courage, rather than promoting specific modern political ideologies or solutions.
The movie features casting that is traditional and consistent with its medieval Irish setting, without intentional race or gender swaps of established roles. The narrative frames traditional identities neutrally or positively, focusing on themes of art, knowledge, and overcoming external threats rather than explicit DEI critiques.
Secondary
The film portrays the monastic community and its Christian faith with deep respect, highlighting their dedication to preserving knowledge and art (the Book of Kells) as a beacon of hope and resilience against external threats. The faith is depicted as a profound source of purpose and strength.
The film "The Secret of Kells" does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative focuses on historical and mythical elements surrounding the creation of the Book of Kells, with no explicit or implicit representation of queer identities or relationships.
The Secret of Kells is an animated fantasy film that does not include any discernible transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative centers on Irish folklore, art, and the conflict between light and darkness, without engaging with transgender identity in any capacity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The Secret of Kells is an original animated film. Its characters are new creations for this specific story, not adaptations of pre-existing figures with established genders from prior canon or history. Therefore, no gender swaps occur.
The Secret of Kells is an original animated film featuring characters created specifically for the movie. There is no prior source material, historical record, or previous installment establishing the race of its characters, thus no race swap occurs.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.5
7.4
Critic Ratings
9.0
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