While viewing this particular film, I was overwhelmed with a sense of mixed emotions. I am a true fan of the book, however Coraline the film did not live up to my expectations. I found Coraline to be creepy, pointless and predictable. However, the story is very unique in and of itself.
Based on the book, Coraline, written by Neil Gaiman, Coraline depicts the story of a young girl who has been forced to move into a dilapidated, old, pink Victorian house with her parents in the Pacific Northwest. Her parents are very involved in their work and have little time to spend with their only child, Coraline. One day Coraline runs into her young neighbor, Wybie Lovat, who gives her a rag doll that looks exactly like her. After receiving this doll Coraline witnesses a strange plethora of events including being sent into an alternative world, finding lost souls of forgotten children, and getting buttons sewed on her eyes. These elements are not only scary in nature but also very upsetting to young audiences.
Upon deciding to see this movie, I was told that it was very scary, even for adults. After viewing it, I understood what this meant. Coraline touches upon issues that are very mature for young audiences and can even be somewhat terrifying to an adult. However, as the movie progresses one prematurely understands the ending of the plot which, for me, took out most of the frightening elements.
All in all, however, Coraline was a relatively enjoyable film for those who are not too scared to see it and the 3D element of the movie was executed perfectly, giving the creepy element a boost. Although the film is not flawless, it is a nice effort and I commend the makers on their wonderful animation.
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