Skellig (2009)
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49% of users liked it
(320 ratings)
Tim Roth stars in this suburban tale with an otherworldly twist as Skellig, a seemingly weakened bird-like angel who young Michael finds living in a shed at the far end of his parent's garden. Distraught by the news of his baby sister's congenital heart problems, Michael is in need of a… More Tim Roth stars in this suburban tale with an otherworldly twist as Skellig, a seemingly weakened bird-like angel who young Michael finds living in a shed at the far end of his parent's garden. Distraught by the news of his baby sister's congenital heart problems, Michael is in need of a friend, and Skellig may be the unlikely soul to fulfill that duty. Funny, fantastic, and rooted in reality, this unconventional family-friendly mystery-fantasy is based on an award-winning novel by David Almond and co-stars John Simm (Doctor Who), Kelly Macdonald (Transpotting), and Bill Milner as Michael. ~ Jonathan Frey, Rovi
- Directed By
- Annabel Jankel
- Written By
- Irena Brignull
- Genres
- Drama, Television, Mystery & Suspense, Science Fiction & Fantasy
PG,
- In Theaters
- Apr 12, 2009 Wide
- Studio
- Image Entertainment
Critic Reviews
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Brian Costello, Common Sense Media
Fantasy mixes with emotionally intense family drama.
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Brian Orndorf, BrianOrndorf.com
Even though I haven't had the honor of reading his book, I'm fairly sure Almond deserves an apology for this film.
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Cast
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Tim Roth
as Skellig
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Kelly Macdonald
as Louise
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Bill Milner
as Michael
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John Simm
as Dave
