ParaNormanYear of Release: 2012
Starring: Kodi Smit-McPhee, Tucker Albrizzi, Anna Kendrick, Casey Affleck
Directed By: Sam Fell, Chris Butler
Genre: Adventure, Comedy, Horror
Overview:From the makers of
Coraline comes the story of Norman, a boy who must use his ability to see and speak with the dead to save his town from a centuries-old curse.
In addition to spooky zombies, he'll also have to take on mysterious ghosts, wily witches and, worst of all, clueless grown-ups. But this young ghoul whisperer will soon find his paranormal abilities pushed to their otherworldly limits. Featuring the voice talents of Kodi Smit-McPhee, Anna Kendrick, Casey Affleck, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Leslie Mann, Jeff Garlin and John Goodman, it's a frightfully funny and magically thrilling adventure for the whole family in eye-popping stop-motion.
My Thoughts:This was a fun film to watch over at our friend Katrina's house. I must say one of the things Hollywood is doing right these days is animated films. There have really been a lot of great ones in recent years.
ParaNorman is no exception. It as very well-done on every level: good animation, clever dialogue, plenty of humor and scares, a genuinely creepy atmosphere, a couple of twists in the plot that you don't see coming, and great underlying message.
Lots and lots of fun - recommended for everyone except very small children. Might be a bit dark for them. Safe for a movie night for a group where people have drastically different tastes in films.
Bechdel Test: Fail
Overall: 3.75/5
