**Summary**
– The BBC has purchased Lupus Films’ animated feature film, Kensuke’s Kingdom.
– The film was procured from Modern Films, a distributor located in London.
– Eve Gabereau from Modern Films negotiated the deal with the BBC.
– Synonymously known as the “island adventure,” the film is set to debut on iPlayer and BBC One on Sunday, August, 3rd.
– The award-winning film is a hand-drawn animation creation.
– The animation film’s acquisition was first reported by Skwigly Animation Magazine.
BBC Captains its Ship to ‘Kensuke’s Kingdom’
Lupus Films’ Animated Adventure now in the illustrious hold of the BBC
Sailing on a new iPlayer voyage, launching August 3rd
My hot take? Well, grab your popcorn, kiddos, because we’re going on an island adventure! The BBC has just done the equivalent of finding the last Easter egg – they’ve snagged Lupus Films’ animated feature, ‘Kensuke’s Kingdom’! Word on the street (or should I say, the high seas?) is that this film isn’t just feeding us the usual animation eyecandy, oh no. This bad boy is award-winning, hand-drawn, and swooped from the stash of London-based distributor, Modern Films.
So, drink up me hearties, because Eve Gabereau played a game of catch and yo-ho, the BBC, and apparently, catch of the day is Kensuke’s Kingdom. Skwigly Animation Magazine broke the tale of this acquisition ‘treasure map’ but now folks, get ready to ‘X’ the spot on your iPlayer calendar for August 3rd! Here’s hoping this ‘Kingdom’ lives up to the hype because right now the expectations are sailing loftier than a pirate’s flag on the high seas!
Kensuke’s Kingdom: BBC Lands Hand-drawn Animated Film Masterpiece
The BBC has scooped rights to the award-winning, hand-drawn animated film Kensuke’s Kingdom, a Lupus Films production, set to dazzle family audiences with a thrilling island adventure tale. The film premieres on Sunday, August 3rd, via iPlayer and BBC One.
An Epic Adventure Premiering on BBC: Kensuke’s Kingdom
Adapted for the screen from Michael Morpurgo’s best-selling children’s novel by Frank Cottrell-Boyce, Kensuke’s Kingdom tells the compelling story of a stranded young boy on an island, forced to forge an unlikely alliance to protect their fragile paradise from danger.
The Powerhouse Behind Kensuke’s Kingdom‘s Success
Leading the production team are acclaimed directors Neil Boyle and Kirk Hendry, as well as award-winning composer Stuart Hancock. The film boasts a stellar voice cast including Oscar nominee Sally Hawkins and Oscar winner Cillian Murphy among others.
Camilla Deakin, co-founder and producer at Lupus Films, beams:
“We are thrilled to thrust our exquisite film on BBC One and iPlayer’s grand stage. This platform allows us to captivate a wider audience and we trust viewers will relish Michael’s electrifying adventure.”
Author of the original novel, Michael Morpurgo, expresses his anticipation:
“I cannot wait for the nation to watch Kensuke’s Kingdom, they are going to cherish it!”
Award-winning Kensuke’s Kingdom
Kensuke’s Kingdom claims several international film and music awards, including a BAFTA nomination for Best Children’s and Family Film. French children also voted it as their favorite movie in the latest Cine Jeunes Awards.
Meet the Makers of Kensuke’s Kingdom
The film is the creative product of renowned producers from leading animation studio Lupus Films and others, including an Emmy and BAFTA Award-winning producer plus Academy Award nominee and industry leaders.
Celebrating Kensuke’s Kingdom: A Global Effort
The film is presented by BFI (awarding National Lottery Funding), FILM FUND LUXEMBOURG and ALIGN, and is a proud LUPUS FILMS production in collaboration with KENSUKE’S KINGDOM, JIGSAW FILMS, MELUSINE PRODUCTIONS, LE PACTE and BUMPYBOX, backed by FFILM CYMRU WALES and WELSH GOVERNMENT via CREATIVE WALES.
Original article: https://www.skwigly.co.uk/kensukes-kingdom-bbc/