Nick Nunziata reviews Laikas latest animated gem Kubo and the Two Strings, a visionary stop-motion tale from director Travis Knight. A Heros Journey with an Asian flair, the movie is a visual feast and a movie for all ages.

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Animator and CEO of Laika, Travis Knight, talks with Fandom about his new film, Kubo and the Two Strings, an action-adventure fantasy set in a mythical version of ancient Japan. (The story centers around a young man, Kubo, who's peaceful existence comes crashing down when he accidentally summons a vengeful spirit from the past. Now on the run, Kubo joins forces with Monkey (Charlize Theron) and Beetle (Matthew McConaughey) to unlock a secret legacy. Armed with a magical instrument, Kubo must battle the Moon King (Ralph Fiennes) and other gods and monsters to save his family and solve the mystery of his fallen father, the greatest samurai warrior the world has ever known. Kubo will hit theaters August 19th. 

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In this exclusive clip from the Kubo and the Two Strings home media release extras, filmmaker Travis Knight and composer Dario Marianelli discuss choosing the Beatles' classic "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" as the film's musical theme.The latest LAIKA masterpiece comes to Digital HD on November 8, 2016 and Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray, DVD and On Demand on November 22, 2016.

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