Still from Kubo and the Two Strings (2016), by Travis Knight.
Still from Kubo and the Two Strings (2016), by Travis Knight.
Kubo and the Two Strings
7:00 pm–8:45 pm
Directed by Travis Knight (UK and USA, 2016, 102 min.).
Kubo, a one-eyed boy with a gift for bringing his origami creations to life, lives quietly in a seaside village with his mother until a malevolent spirit from his past forces him to flee. Joined by a talking monkey and a beetle warrior, Kubo sets out on a quest to find his father’s enchanted armor and unlock the secrets of his lineage.
Created by Laika Studios, the team behind Coraline (2009) and ParaNorman (2012), and nominated for Academy Awards for Best Animated Feature and Best Visual Effects, the film is celebrated for its breathtaking stop-motion animation and emotional depth.
“A dazzling artistic leap forward for Laika.…an eye-popping delight that deftly blends colorful folklore with gorgeous, origami-informed visuals to immersive effect.” —Hollywood Reporter
Free Tickets for Teens
Part of the MFA’s Cult Classics series, this special screening is curated by the Museum’s Teens Arts Council, who chose a film with special resonance for young cinephiles. Free tickets are available for teens in person on the night of the event—just see a Teen Arts Council representative in the Huntington Avenue lobby 30 minutes before the show.
Wheelchair accessible
Ticket Information
To order tickets by phone, call 1-800-440-6975 ($6 processing fee applies); to order in person, visit any MFA ticket desk.
Bag Checks
All bags are subject to inspection by Museum staff. Backpacks, large bags, all liquids including hand sanitizer and sunscreen, and outside food or drink are not permitted. Exceptions are made for medical or religious needs. All bags are strongly discouraged, and any bags larger than 11” x 15” must be checked in the Coat Room upon entry. Read our full bag check policy.