Review of ParaNorman (2012) by Fernando Z — 11 Nov 2015

Extremely weak and disappointing compared to other stop-motion animated films.

This review of ParaNorman (2012) was written by Fernando Z on 11 Nov 2015.

ParaNorman has generally received positive reviews.

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