Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole

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  • Opened September 24, 2010 
  • 1 hr 30 min
  • PG | some sequences of scary action

  • Kathryn Lasky's children's book series comes to the screen with this animated adaptation from director Zack Snyder (Watchmen) and Village Roadshow Pictures. The plot details a mythical race of barn owls whose realm is threatened by sinister outside forces. Sam Neill, Geoffrey Rush, Hugo Weaving, and David Wenham head up the voice cast, which also includes Helen Mirren and Jim Sturgess. Full synopsis

  • Cast: Jim Sturgess, Emily Barclay, Ryan Kwanten
  • Director: Zack Snyder
  • Genres: Action/Adventure, Animated

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Entertainment Weekly
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Director Zack Snyder (300) has crafted the rare 3-D eyegasm that's worth the premium ticket price. Read full review

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The Globe and Mail (Toronto)
| Stephen Cole

A splendid adventure sure to thrill children and fantasy buffs, while leaving everyone else passably entertained. Read full review

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USA Today
| Scott Bowles

The film is surprisingly deft and entertains at both the adult and juvenile levels. If something in Guardians catches your eye, trust your gizzard. Read full review

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The Hollywood Reporter
| Stephen Farber

This picture sometimes rivals "Avatar" in its spectacular landscapes and thrilling flying sequences, but of course it won't come anywhere near those megagrosses, and it's too scary to be wholeheartedly embraced by children. Read full review

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