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The Book of Life

Name: The Book of Life
Director: Jorge R. Gutierrez
Genre: Animation, Family, Fantasy
Released: 2014-10-01
Duration: 95 min
Rating: 7.2
Cast: Diego Luna, Channing Tatum, Zoe Saldaña, Christina Applegate, Eugenio Derbez

2014 · 1h 35m · Animation, Family, Fantasy

IMDb 7.2 Metacritic 67 RT 82%

Watch it tonight—this is a visually stunning animated gem with genuine heart that explores family, love, and self-discovery through a vibrant Day of the Dead lens. Director Guillermo del Toro's signature magical storytelling elevates what could be a standard coming-of-age tale into something truly enchanting and memorable.

Plot

The journey of Manolo, a young man who is torn between fulfilling the expectations of his family and following his heart. Before choosing which path to follow, he embarks on an incredible adventure that spans fantastical worlds where he must face his greatest fears.

Director: Jorge R. Gutierrez

Cast: Diego Luna, Channing Tatum, Zoe Saldaña, Christina Applegate, Eugenio Derbez

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