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The Book of Life

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The Book of Life is a 2014 American animated children's film directed by Jorge R. Gutierrez and written by Gutierrez and Doug Langdale. It was produced by Reel FX Animation Studios, 20th Century Fox Animation, and Chatrone, and distributed by 20th Century Fox. Guillermo del Toro, Brad Booker, Aaron D. Berger, and Carina Schulze produced the film. It features the voices of Diego Luna, Zoe Saldana, and Channing Tatum with supporting roles by Christina Applegate, Ice Cube, Ron Perlman, and Kate del Castillo. Based on an original idea by Gutierrez, the story follows a bullfighter who, on the Day of the Dead, embarks on an afterlife adventure to fulfill the expectations of his family and friends.

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2014 · 1h 35m · Animation · Family · Fantasy

TMDB 7.5/10 (2,988 votes)

The journey of Manolo, a young man who is torn between fulfilling the expectations of his family and following his heart. Before choosing which path to follow, he embarks on an incredible adventure that spans fantastical worlds where he must face his greatest fears.

Directed by Jorge R. Gutierrez

Box office $97M worldwide

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Cast & crew

Jorge R. GutierrezDirector

Diego Lunaas Manolo (voice)

Channing Tatumas Joaquin (voice)

Zoe Saldañaas Maria (voice)

Christina Applegateas Mary Beth (voice)

Eugenio Derbezas Chato (voice)

Cheech Marinas Pancho Rodriguez (voice)

Gabriel Iglesiasas Pepe Rodriguez (voice)

Ron Perlmanas Xibalba (voice)

Kate del Castilloas La Muerte (voice)

Ana de la Regueraas Carmen Sánchez (voice)

Dan Navarroas Chakal (voice)

Ice Cubeas Candle Maker (voice)

Héctor Elizondoas Carlos Sanchez (voice)

Danny Trejoas Skeleton Luis (voice)

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The Book of Life is a 2014 American animated children's film directed by Jorge R. Gutierrez and written by Gutierrez and Doug Langdale. It was produced by Reel FX Animation Studios, 20th Century Fox Animation, and Chatrone, and distributed by 20th Century Fox. Guillermo del Toro, Brad Booker, Aaron D. Berger, and Carina Schulze produced the film. It features the voices of Diego Luna, Zoe Saldana, and Channing Tatum with supporting roles by Christina Applegate, Ice Cube, Ron Perlman, and Kate del Castillo. Based on an original idea by Gutierrez, the story follows a bullfighter who, on the Day of the Dead, embarks on an afterlife adventure to fulfill the expectations of his family and friends.