Review of ParaNorman (2012) by Amy M — 11 Apr 2013

Cute little movie. Fairly slight story, but a good message about bullying (that wasn't anvilicious). The stop-motion animation was gorgeous.

This review of ParaNorman (2012) was written by Amy M on 11 Apr 2013.

ParaNorman has generally received positive reviews.

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