ParaNorman Trailer Impressions: Ghost Whispering Kid and His Unlikely Quest to Save the Town from the Invasion of the Undead

ParaNorman is a 2012 3-D stop motion animated comedy thriller film under the direction of Chris Butler and Sam Fell, with the screenplay of Chris Butler which features the voices of Casey Affleck, Tempestt Bledsoe, Jeff Garlin, John Goodman, Bernard Hill, Anna Kendrick, Leslie Mann, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Elaine Stritch and Tucker Albrizzi. Let's check out the trailer to this 2012 3-D stop motion animated film from Laika Entertainment here:

ParaNorman
Plot / Synopsis

A misunderstood boy who can speak with the dead, takes on ghosts, zombies and grown-ups to save his town from a centuries-old curse.

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ParaNorman Official Movie Trailer Impressions
ParaNorman Film Trailer Review

Let's see a main character that is misunderstood, laughed at, and generally loathed by the rest of the characters turns out to be the hero that will save the day. Hmm now where have I seen that kind of plot?

What the stop motion animated film lacks in original plot, it makes up for with its visual presentation. ParaNorman is a good-looking 3-D stop motion animated film, and although we have seen such kind of storyline before it still somehow intrigues me a bit. ParaNorman seems to reference various popular horror icons as seen in the trailer. It is "too cute" to simply put it and this might become an advantage or disadvantage for the film. Will it be just a kids film or a film for the whole family? What is this cursed that threatens the town? How can a mere kid who can talk to communicate with ghosts fend off a horde of the undead and ultimately save the day?

How about you guys? What can you say about this 2012 ghost whisperer kid version in 3-D stop motion animation. Share your thoughts about the ParaNorman trailer on the comments section below:

Frankenweenie Trailer Impressions: Tim Burton's Back with the 3-D Stop Motion Animated Film Remake of His 1984 Short Film

Frankenweenie is a 2012 3D black-and-white stop motion-animated Walt Disney film directed and produced by Tim Burton which is also a remake of a 1984 short film that was also co-written by Tim Burton. Frankenweenie is slated for an October 5, 2012 release. Let's check out this latest darkly themed film by Tim Burton here.

Frankenweenie
Plot / Synopsis

When young Victor's pet dog Sparky (who stars in Victor's home-made monster movies) is hit by a car, Victor decides to bring him back to life the only way he knows how. But when the bolt-necked "monster" wreaks havoc and terror in the hearts of Victor's neighbors, he has to convince them (and his parents) that despite his appearance, Sparky's still the good loyal friend he's always been.

Watch Frankenweenie movie trailer here:



Frankenweenie Official Movie Trailer Impressions
Frankenweenie Film Trailer Review

Tim Burton is back ready to scare the hell out of the 21st century children with Frankenweenie. To an adult perspective, Frankenweenie may very well be another kid's film, but if you carefully look pass that aspect, the ideas and the general dark presentation (theme) of the film is more likely aim for adults. It is perfect right? An animated film that everyone can enjoy.

Tim Burton has been known for his usually dark and quirky-themed movies which extends to Frankenweenie. If you lost someone dear to your life, it is only natural to want them back but of course it is not possible, but what if you can? That is what this stop motion animated film plays with. This time, Burton went with the animation to avoid possible conflict which his original 1984 Frankenweenie encountered: It was said that Burton was fired by Disney after the film was completed; the studio claimed that he had wasted company resources and felt the film was too scary for young audiences. But times are changing and so does kids tolerance with violence and dark themes. But to probably play safe, Burton may went with the 3-D stop motion animated remake.

What can you say about this 3-D stop motion animated film? Have you heard or seen the 1984 film that this was based on? Share your thoughts about the Frankenweenie movie trailer on the comments section below: