Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole

Director: Zack Snyder
Actors: Jim Sturgess, Hugo Weaving, David Wenham
PlotSoren, a young and adventurous barn owl, lives peacefully in the forest of Tyto with his family. Enthralled by the stories his father tells of the Guardians of Ga'Hoole, noble warrior owls who fought against evil, Soren dreams of one day joining their ranks. However, his idyllic life is shattered when he and his brother Kludd are kidnapped by the Pure Ones, an evil army of owls led by the tyrannical Metal Beak and his mate Nyra. Held captive at the St. Aegolius Academy for Orphaned Owls, they are forced into a life of servitude and brainwashing, intended to mold them into soldiers for the Pure Ones' cause. While Kludd grows increasingly sympathetic to the Pure Ones, Soren and a group of newfound friends manage to escape.
Determined to seek help from the legendary Guardians, Soren and his friends embark on a perilous journey across treacherous landscapes and through dangerous territories. Along the way, they encounter various allies and adversaries, all while the Pure Ones' threat looms ever larger. Their ultimate goal is to reach the Great Tree of Ga'Hoole, home of the legendary Guardians, and seek their aid in taking down the malevolent Pure Ones. The journey tests their courage, loyalty, and determination, pushing Soren to discover the true meaning of heroism and the importance of unity in the face of overarching darkness.
Writers: John Orloff, Emil Stern, Kathryn Lasky
Release Date: 24 Sep 2010
Runtime: 97 min
Rating: PG
Country: United States, Australia
Language: English
Physical Media Reviews
Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole may be narratively flawed, yet its Blu-ray release shines with breathtaking visuals and extraordinary DTS-HD audio.