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Book Of Life, The (2014)
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Book Of Life, The (2014)

Genre
Animation, Comedy
Release Date
October 17, 2014
Studio
20th Fox Century
Official Site
http://www.bookoflifemovie.com/
Genre
Animation, Comedy
Release Date
October 17, 2014
MPAA Rating
PG
Duration
95 minute(s)
Production Budget
50000000
Studio
20th Fox Century
Official Site
http://www.bookoflifemovie.com/
Director
Jorge R. Gutierrez
Producer
Guillermo del Toro, Aaron Berger, Brad Booker, Carina Schulze
Screenwriter
Jorge R. Gutierrez, Doug Langdale
Starring
  • Diego Luna as Manolo (voice)
  • Zoe Saldana as Maria (voice)
  • Channing Tatum as Joaquin (voice)
  • Christina Applegate as Mary Beth (voice)
  • Ice Cube as Candle Maker (voice)
  • Kate del Castillo
  • Ron Perlman as Xibalba (voice)
  • Cheech Marin
  • Hector Elizondo
  • Placido Domingo
  • Ana de la Reguera as Skeleton Carmen (voice)
  • Eugenio Derbez as Chato (voice)
  • Gabriel Iglesias as Pepe Rodriguez (voice)
  • Ricardo Sanchez
  • Danny Trejo as Skeleton Luis (voice)

In the vibrant and magical Land of the Remembered, two ancient deities make a spirited wager over the fate of a young man's heart. La Muerte, ruler of the joyful remembered dead, and Xibalba, lord of the somber forgotten, place their bet on which of two courageous friends will win the affection of the spirited Maria. Our story follows the charming but insecure Manolo, voiced by Diego Luna, who dreams of being a musician despite his family's legacy of bullfighting, and the dashing, adventurous Joaquin, brought to life by Channing Tatum, who strives to be a hero like his father. Their lifelong friend Maria, portrayed by Zoe Saldana, is the clever and independent woman who captures both their hearts. When a tragic misunderstanding sends Manolo on an unexpected journey through the stunning and surreal realms of the afterlife, he must embark on an extraordinary quest to reunite with his beloved, challenging the very rules of life, death, and destiny. This visually breathtaking animated adventure, directed by Jorge R. Gutierrez and produced by Guillermo del Toro, is a riotous and heartfelt comedy that celebrates Mexican folklore with a vibrant explosion of color, unforgettable music, and a message about following one's own path.

Ratings:
75
SCORE
TMDB 7.5/10