the secret of kells may be the most exquisite film i have see since the triplet of belleville . although stylistically very different and kells share with triplet and ( the jaw drop open 2d sequence of ) kung fu panda and incredible art direction and production design and background or layout and a richness in color that be a feast for one sens . kells be so lavish almost gothic in it layout ( somewhat reminiscent of klimt ) and wonderfully flat in general overall perspective and ornate in it celtic and illuminated design and yet the character be so simplistic and appeal and it all work together beautifully . you fall in love with the character from the moment you meet them . you be so draw to every detail of the story and to every stroke of the pencil and brush . what tomm and nora and ross and paul and all at cartoon saloon ( and their extended crew ) have achieve with this small budget or very small crew film and be absolutely astound . the groundswell of support amongst our animation community be phenomenal . this film be breathtaking and the buzz amongst our colleague in recommend this film be spread like wildfire . congratulation to kells on it many accolade and it annie nomination as well a it current oscar qualify run . they be all very well deserve nod and indeed .