ParaNorman
ParaNorman follows 11-year-old Norman, a misunderstood boy who can communicate with ghosts and must use his supernatural ability to save his town from a centuries-old curse involving zombies and a vengeful witch. The film features meaningful LGBTQ+ representation through a supporting character who is revealed to be gay in a natural, positive way. It explores themes of bullying, acceptance of differences, understanding historical injustices, and the importance of empathy and forgiveness while delivering both scares and humor appropriate for families.
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