Kensuke’s Kingdom (PG)

Ayoung boy, shipwrecked on a remote island, discovers he’s not alone when he encounters an old Japanese soldier who retreated there after World War II. As dangerous invaders appear on the horizon, it becomes clear they must join forces to save their fragile island paradise. This gripping hand-drawn animated tale with its message of working together to protect nature, has never felt more relevant. Written by Frank Cottrell-Boyce from Michael Morpurgo’s beloved 1999 novel, with an impeccable voice cast including Sally Hawkins, Cillian Murphy and Ken Watanabe.

Date: Wed 19 Feb
Venue: KL Lunesdale Hall
Time: 10am-3pm
Ticket: Adults and children FREE (5 hours of fun includes drinks, hot lunch, film and activities). No ticket needed, just turn up.
Certificate: PG

This project is supported by Film Hub North with National Lottery funding on behalf of the BFI Film Audience Network.

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