![‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ is an impressive-looking feature that offers something very different from typical kids’ fare. Now playing in Gallup. Photo Credit: Focus Features](/images/resized/images/news/2016/72_aug19/9_100_100.jpg)
Rating: ««« out of 4 stars
Running Time: 101 min.
August used to be a time for studios to release summer misfires, but so far this month, we’ve gotten some effective little films. Okay, it’s had its share of flops, too, but for such a muggy time, there have been a couple of breaths of fresh air — Hell or High Water and even Sausage Party being examples.
Kubo and the Two Strings is another rarity in that it isn’t a reboot or sequel, but rather a unique attempt to pay homage to Asian cinema. It results in a very pretty picture, though one that isn’t without a few issues. Still, in the end there’s enough style on display to earn it a minor recommendation.
Kubo (Art...