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  Written August 13, 2009

  CORALINE(3D) - Amazing! Fantastic! Awesome! GRADE: A-plus ( Based on advance press preview)

  by MOVIES REVIEWER

  Early this year I previewed this 101-minute movie-adaptation of established British author, Neil Gaiman's, novel.
  
  I was mesmerized from start till end.
  
  I read the novel 6 years ago - and the metaphor/allegory-filled story enthralled me.
  The 3D movie was a visual smorgasbord of the HIGHEST-QUALITY stop-motion animation(not CGI). Under the competent direction of Henry Selick, the novel was transformed into surrealistic captivating art. The fantasy/horror story/novel was awarded the 2003 Hugo Award for Best Novella, the 2003 Nebula Award for Best Novella, and the 2002 Bram Stoker Award for Best Work for Young Readers - a testimony of Neil Gaiman's masterful story-telling and imagination - and creativity.
  
  A tremendous amount of thought and planning resulted in extremely detailed fantastic sets and costumes. Kudos also to the voice-talents of the talented and expressive cast!
  
  VERDICT:
  A MUST-SEE.
  So far, Coraline is the BEST 3-D animated movie!

  • 62 out of 64 found this review helpful.
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• Must Go!
  Written February 19, 2009

  Very psychedelic. Great TRIP to the movies. Visually stunning in 3D

  by n2ofiend

  One of the best TRIPS to the movies that I have had in quite some time. The visuals are simply breathtaking and the 3D is mind blowing. There were times where it felt as if my brain was about to overload due to the sheer amount of beautiful images in this film.
  The story is a little dark so it may be innapropriate for very young children.
  ENJOY

  • 14 out of 14 found this review helpful.
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• Must Go!
  Written February 8, 2009

  Coraline rocks!

  by wilthedrill

  Good storyline, excellent 3D visuals! Despite what some critics say, my 6 year old daughter did not even think it was scary.

  • 8 out of 8 found this review helpful.
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  Written February 16, 2010

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    Boring slow just so dissapointed

  by redyeah

  • 8 out of 8 found this review helpful.
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  Written February 27, 2009

  Coraline

  by koolk9

  My family and I went to see this movie. Honestly I didn't expect alot. I was so wrong. I loved it!
  I loved the door leading to the "other" family and home. The cat was my favorite character, what a character he is.

  • 7 out of 7 found this review helpful.
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• Must Go!
  Written February 7, 2009

  Great movie!

  by maestro_pdx

  Loved the book and loved the movie! Not good for little kids and not meant for them if you read the book... But great story and artistry for adults and older than 12 kids. Must see!

  • 9 out of 11 found this review helpful.
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  Written February 18, 2009

  Coraline

  by infinitesunrise

  This is one creepy movie, yet extremely entertaining. My five year old said he was scared, but it kept his attention until the end. Therefore, he enjoyed. My eight year old had no complaints at all and she enjoyed it as well. I enjoyed myself, but thought some of the content was inappropriate. I would recommend this as a GO SEE!

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• So-so
  Written February 18, 2009

  Finding her way back to reality...

  by Daydream

  When I heard Henry Selick also directed Tim Burton's epic The Nightmare Before Christmas there was no chance I was going to pass this movie up. To think of all the work the crew went through to make this stop-motion animation film made it even more appealing. Coraline is a dark tale of a lonely and adventurous little girl who is forced to move away from her best friends into the pink palace, which houses a variety of oddball neighbors (Including a mangy, cheese-loving, jumping mouse trainer and two 80-something year old wacky, fortune-telling and dog loving, show girls). When her parents are too busy to be her parents she sets off exploring every nook and cranny of her new house and comes across a hidden miniature doorway to another world. This "other" world is an illusion of the life she always wanted, similar to the story of Hansel and Gretel getting lost and being lured to the candy house. Despite the storyline, Coraline wasnt as good as I thought it would be. (C+)

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• Must Go!
  Written February 8, 2009

  One of the best...

  by JulieMK

  ...animated movies I have seen in a very long time. I knew from the very beginning that this was going to be good, and I had NO IDEA! Forget that the story was based off a book, Coraline exhibits a dark, fantastical world that can only be experienced through the surreal dreams of the horrors that hide in the darkest corners of your subconscious. It's obvious that those involved worked very hard in the production of this film. If i hadn't already known, I would have never guessed this was based off a novel!
  And yes, this is DEFIANTLY SOMETHING YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD NOT SEE! I am so glad I did not take my five year old sister to go see this! None of the nightmares I've ever had could compare to the creepiness of this movie. "Coraline" actually managed to pull something off that those horrible slaughter movies they keep trying to make. *rolls eyes*
  I would say more but I'm running out of room, so all and all it was a fantastic movie. And i can't wait to se it again!
  

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  Written February 26, 2009

  Great big screen experience...

  by lizbop

  The right fairy tale style mix of creepy and magical, great set and character design as well as stop animation that is close to seamless all make this a fantastic experience. Worth it to go and check it out while it's still in cinemas.

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• Must Go!
  Written February 21, 2009

  great movie but not for the very young

  by MartyMcfly1

  Coraline was a great film for adults not a movie for anyone under 10.

  • 7 out of 9 found this review helpful.
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  Written March 6, 2009

  Coraline...

  by richfield_luver

  The movie was a bit scary but was really good!!!
  just don't have somebody under 9 years old go see- my friend and i went to see it and i was next 2 a little kid and all he did was tell his mommy "i'm scared!!" and "lets leave!"(when they never did

  • 5 out of 5 found this review helpful.
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  Written February 7, 2009

  Parents, get a clue...

  by naboo30

  It's highly likely if you're not happy with a movie, the theater will be glad to refund your money. I have read a few of the reviews posted by parents who were disappointed and upset that their kids were "subjected to inappropriate scenes" and are going to have "nightmares because of this movie".
  
  Because of this movie....?
  
  Because you stayed in the movie and allowed your kids to continue to see this movie, THAT's why they're going to have nightmares. Getting up and leaving would have been the best course of action to protect your kids from being subjected to the movie.
  
  The link to the MPAA, explaining the ratings and providing guidance before you go with your kids:
  
  [BLOCKED WEBSITE]

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  Written February 8, 2009

  The movie was great, but the book was more entertaining.

  by carynlheath

  Coraline was a great imaginary tale. The artistry was amazing, the characters entertaining. Although dark at times, my 10 yr old daughter loved it and is requesting seeing it in 3D (if we can find it).
  The movie was great, but the book even better. If you haven't read it, I strongly suggest you pick it up!

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• Must Go!
  Written March 13, 2009

  AWESOME MOVIE~~~

  by audrey_pancake

  
  Again, I have to say it was amazing--I just want to add one more thing. For people who are confused and before you see it, you might want to read the book...It's called Coraline by Neil Gaiman and if you are confused or you want to read it, please do. It also is extremely amazing. Recommended!
  Check out my last comment to see what I think if u want.

  • 7 out of 10 found this review helpful.
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