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A British stop-motion animated dark fantasy comedy horror film about a young orphan boy who must save his town from a curse. Norman Babcock is a boy who can speak to the dead, but he's mostly ignored and misunderstood by the living. When a vengeful spirit unleashes an ancient curse upon his town, Norman must step up to save everyone.

ParaNorman received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its groundbreaking stop-motion animation, unique visual style, and its clever blend of humor, heart, and scares. Critics praised its originality and its ability to appeal to both children and adults.

• Praised for its stunning and innovative stop-motion animation.

• Applauded for its unique blend of humor, horror, and heartfelt themes.

• Lauded for its original story and charming, albeit quirky, characters.

Google audience: Audiences largely enjoyed ParaNorman, appreciating its creative animation, spooky yet fun atmosphere, and its underlying messages about prejudice and acceptance. Some found the horror elements a bit intense for very young children, but overall it was a hit.

Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. Received nominations for BAFTA Awards and Annie Awards.

ParaNorman was the first stop-motion film to use 3D printing to create the characters' faces, allowing for a vast range of detailed expressions.