ParaNorman (2012) Review

Characters and Voice Cast

ParaNorman (2012) remains a high-water mark for stop-motion animation, blending spooky supernatural thrills with a deeply resonant message about social outcasts . If you are watching the 1080p BluRay

is a cinematic achievement that deserves a spot in any high-definition collection. at LAIKA or perhaps a list of similar stop-motion films AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more

made history by featuring the first openly gay character in a mainstream animated film, Mitch Downe (voiced by Casey Affleck).

ParaNorman is a supernatural comedy-horror that follows Norman Babcock, a misunderstood 11-year-old boy who can see and speak with the dead. When his town, Blithe Hollow, is threatened by a centuries-old witch’s curse, Norman must team up with an unlikely group of companions—including his sister Courtney and his friend Neil—to save the community. The film is celebrated for its technical innovation:

is a courageous film. It doesn't shy away from the darker side of human nature, specifically the "mob mentality" born from fear. It teaches that "being normal" is a matter of perspective and that empathy is the only way to break cycles of hurt.