Coraline

    Coraline

    Ages 8-162009
    PG

    A young girl discovers a secret door in her new home that leads to an alternate world where her 'Other Mother' and everyone else have buttons for eyes. This darkly imaginative stop-motion animated film explores themes of family appreciation, courage, and the danger of seemingly perfect alternatives to reality. While visually stunning, the story contains genuinely frightening elements as Coraline must use her wit and bravery to escape the Other Mother's trap and save her real parents. The film celebrates a strong, independent female protagonist who learns to value what she has while standing up for herself and others.

    2009Released
    Genres: Animation, Fantasy, Horror, Family

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    Family, Friendship & Community
    Frequent
    Fantasy or Symbolic Storytelling
    Frequent
    Diversity & Cultural Representation
    Minimal
    Romantic or Mature Themes
    Minimal
    Gender Identity Topics
    None
    Sexual Orientation Topics
    None
    Social or Historical Topics
    None

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