These Kubo and the Two Strings movie quotes tell the story of a boy in ancient Japan who is tasked with finding his father's armor to save his village from assured destruction. The stop-motion animated adventure film was directed by Travis Knight using a screenplay by Marc Haimes and Chris Butler. Kubo and the Two Strings opened theatrically in 3D on August 19, 2016.
In these Kubo and the Two Strings movie quotes, Kubo's (voiced by Art Parkinson) story is told. Kubo grew up with his mother, Sariatu (voiced by Charlize Theron), while telling stories about his samurai father. One day, Kubo stays out after sundown, something he's not allowed to do, and is approached by The Sisters (voiced by Rooney Mara), who try to take his eye and go on to destroy the village and kill Kubo's mother. Sariatu leaves Kubo by telling him that he must find his father's armor if he wants to save himself from the evil spirits.
When Kubo awakes after the incident, he sees that a monkey charm he had is now a real monkey, a reincarnation of his mother. Together, Monkey and Kubo head out on an adventure to find the three pieces of his father's armor. The mission is a tough one, but luckily, the meet some allies along the way, including Beetle (voiced by Matthew McConaughey), who was Kubo's father's apprentice.
Kubo and the Two Strings hit theaters in August 2016 alongside other great films such as Sausage Party, Hell or High Water, Florence Foster Jenkins, and Pete's Dragon. Enjoy these Kubo and the Two Strings movie quotes and don't forget to vote for your favorites below!
Kubo and the Two Strings Movie Quotes,
It's Your Only Chance
The Sisters: Kubo, we've been looking for you for so long.
Kubo: Mother!
Sariatu: Kubo, you must find your father's armor. It's your only chance.
Kubo: Mother!
The Sisters confront Kubo after a long, long time of looking for him. Scared, Kubo yelps for his mother, who provides him with a plan to help him out of this tough situation.
I'm Here to Protect You, Kubo
Monkey: Kubo!
Kubo: Who are you?
Monkey: Your family is very powerful. Your mother used her magic to save you and bring you to live. I'm here to protect you, Kubo, and that means you have to do as I say.
This Kubo and the Two Strings movie quote explains the connection between Kubo and Monkey. Really a reincarnated version of Kubo's mother, Monkey assures the boy that she's there to help him.
Do You Need a Little Help?
Kubo: Do you need a little help?
Beetle: No, no, no... Yes
When Beetle rolls on his back, Kubo asks if he can give the insect a hand. Initially, Beetle says no, but eventually he gives in and asks Kubo to help.
Your Quest is Now My Quest Too
Beetle: Have you seen this crest before?
Kubo: Of course
Beetle: This is a miracle! I have found the son of my master! Your quest is now my quest too.
When Kubo tells Beetle that he does know that crest very well, Beetle is overjoyed. Beetle has finally found Kubo, the son of his master, and is eager to join Kubo in his adventures.
You Need to Learn Control
Monkey: Your enemies aren't far behind. Your magic is the only thing that can protect us. You need to learn control.
Having reincarnated into a monkey, Kubo's mom gives him some advice in this Kubo and the Two Strings movie quote. While she's no longer in her human form, she can continue to give him advice, especially that which he'll need in his upcoming adventure.
This is My Story
Kubo: If you must blink, do it now. Pay careful attention to everything you see, no matter how unusual it may seem. If you look away, even for an instant, then our hero will surely perish. It's time to follow my own path. My name is Kubo. This is my story.
Reciting words from his mother, Kubo explains the film briefly in this Kubo and the Two Strings movie quote. Kubo understands the magnitude of this adventure and how it will shape his legacy as well as the future of his land.
I Encourage You Not to Die
Monkey: You're growing stronger. You might not want to look quite so pleased about that. We grow stronger, the world grows more dangerous. Life has a funny way of keeping things balanced.
Kubo: Monkey, do you ever say anything encouraging?
Monkey: I encourage you not to die.
Kubo: I encourage you not to die.
Monkey might really be Kubo's mother reincarnated, but that doesn't mean her advice will always be encouraging. Kubo has taken note of this tone and even begun to mock it.
Do I Have Eyelids?
Beetle: You got my attention. I promise I won't even blink. I actually don't even think I can blink. Do I have eyelids?
Beetle assures the others that he is completely focused on what they have to say, even going to far as to promise not to blink. Whether he has the eyelids required to blink in the first place is still up for debate.
What Was Father Like?
Kubo: What was father like?
Sariatu: He was just like you. He was strong, funny and so handsome.
Kubo: Ugh, mother
Sariatu: But you got your magic from me
Kubo: I can fly?!
In this Kubo and the Two Strings movie quote, Kubo asks his mother about his father. She explains that Kubo is very much like his dad, except for his magic, which she gave the boy.
Don't Mess with the Monkey!
Monkey: Don't mess with the Monkey!
This Kubo and the Two Strings movie quote lays things out plain and simple. Monkey does not like anyone to mess with her, and that's the way things are.