LAIKA Archives: The Secrets of ParaNorman with Chris Butler

For the 10th anniversary of ParaNorman, writer/director Chris Butler takes you on a personal journey through real-life inspirations and early explorations for LAIKA’s stop-motion animated supernatural thriller.
Newly remastered in glorious 4K with Dolby Atmos sound, ParaNorman is rising back to theaters in October via Halloween weekend screenings through Alamo Drafthouse in the U.S. and in partnership with PictureHouse and Cineworld in the U.K. Find a screening near you at linktr.ee/paranorman
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At LAIKA, our films are born in imagination, shaped into stories, and crafted by passionate artists who give life to unforgettable characters. Founded in 2005 and located just outside Portland, Oregon, LAIKA’s five films were all nominated for Oscars® and PGA Awards for Outstanding Animated Film.

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Those blown inkblots are insane! I always loved how Aggie's design felt so energetic but never realized just how much trial and error went into finding that energy

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[@montylawler]

I love this... series? It's just so magical to see the behind the scenes. I can't wait for the next Laika Archives ☺🙂

[@bdariamihaela]

I love all this behind the scenes. As much as I love animated movies, I love knowing and unferstanding the process even more

[@loismia5148]

Working for LAIKA is a lifelong dream for me. I want to keep working hard to hopefully work for them one day

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Same. Visited Hillsboro this past June. Watched a baseball game there.

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Me too! It would be the best job!

[@MiniMatthias]

absolutely love you guys putting these videos out! Seeing stuff like this on DVD special features is what got me into 3D animation! keep it up! make these processes transparent!!

[@petera7695]

You guys are the best animation studio ever. Your focus is on creativity and originality. Never stop telling your amazing stories ❤

[@StopMotionbyNicholas]

I loved this one! The way the film introduced the witch as an old scary woman and then we realize that it's actually just a little girl was so heartbreaking but wonderfully done!

[@ladyunknown101]

its sad because it was a true thing that did happen

[@StopMotionbyNicholas]

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[@optforthyname3800]

I absolutley love laika archives! It’s so inspiring to see the early process, the concept art and the story behind it, especially as an aspiring stop-motion set designer and a huge fan of laika! It’s so cool seeing behind the scenes of the movies you grew up with, keep up the amazing work :)

[@tompollockjr144]

The more behind the scenes videos of ParaNorman, the better. It's a gem of a film, a true piece of art. I would love to see an in depth video on how they created those stunning environments.

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[@hman2912]

Absolutely love this movie. Most beautiful art ever seen.

[@BabyJesus66]

Laika archive videos are the best videos on KZbin. I hope you keep making them. 👍

[@MrAlejo58]

I love this studio so much. Movies like this inspire creativity. I have only been able to work mainly in computer animation for children's TV shows.

[@hectormanuel8360]

I want to see a continuation to ParaNorman as a stop-motion game or series.

[@noyoucantnoicantnowecantsostop]

The pickled witch 😭

[@Journaling]

Thank you for the look back. Paranorman is truly a special movie with powerful characters and story.

[@AndrewGoodguy]

You know what we truly need to be pulled out of the Laika Archieves? AGGIE FIGHTS (Unreleased)!

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I love Paranorman, is one of my favourite films.

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I keep meaning to rewatch this masterpiece before the end of spooky season

[@iblame_nargles]

Love all these Laika updates. Always wanted to see more BTS stuff!

[@xnavigation777]

y'all made my child hood special. Coraline gave me nightmares and amazing dreams. I Love Laika for reals.

[@shaunm6383]

I think Laika Studios should talk about their next project and give it some teasing towards what it's about.

[@visualsweets]

I really love this series! I can’t wait to see more behind-the-scenes stuff.

[@LeozinhoCosta]

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[@elStarvingArtist]

This is so awesome. I love this movie. It’s so fun to see and hear about the inspirations that went into the story.

[@malubarroso]

Thank you so much for this. ParaNorman is one of my favorite movies.

[@jazmineverdugo8577]

Stop motion is truly a gift

[@mauricioszwerdszarf1455]

I LOVE everything Laika. Can't5 wait for the next movie.

[@StanForAdventure]

Another wonderful piece of content from LAIKA and all the talented artists that are dedicated to Stop Motion. Keep them coming.

[@pinklion8882]

What a beautiful way to make an idea into a feeling, and to turn that feeling to something you can touch

[@simoneotto6625]

THX Laika :) we love you work! keep doing it!

[@saranagatoro4479]

Gente que coisa mais linda, um trabalho tão delicado

[@AmbrosiasDollhouse]

Thank you for explaining the process. Sharing these works of art with us was magical! Wow!!! All of the hard work and dedication to this process is phenomenal and it really shows through the film. ✨🌟✨

[@auliarachma1476]

Absolutely love this. Now, I really want to work and create something like this

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I love Coraline and I loove LAIKA Archives

[@LightLock]

always love these videos. The insight is always interesting to me.

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This was mesmerizing! Thanks Laika!

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I love these videos!!! So interesting

[@alicebedard2764]

loving this series ❤

[@Leonoraamalie]

I love these kinde of videos

[@yuanxian6009]

When I was younger I always thought that people who do stop motion work in dark and creepy places because of these movies. but still they bring me joy.

[@Mr_Monotonic]

How did you do the see thru effect in normans ears?

[@ItzCruizStation]

Wish we could get a paranorman sequel or prequel.

[@777MMC]

Thank you for making an amazing movie good sir.

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Amazing artists, creative team and vis dev.

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I would like them to make movies based on horror books

[@inkystar3160]

please do more of these videos they are amazing

[@vildhallon4709]

your videos never fails to amaze and inspire me, thank you Laika

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Any upcoming laika movies to expect? You guys inspire me

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I just hope I can do work like this as job! This is so cool.

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laika please make a sequel to one of your movies

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Pickled Aggie, sounds delicious. Wait, no! Don't eat her!

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How many frames per second do you guys use?

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24 fps

[@codyboise9989]

Think you could consider making a psychonauts fan film? It would be awesome

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I hope we get a new movie soon

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I wish coralline would come back its making such a come back on TikTok

[@Mr_Monotonic]

Have you ever thought about auctioning movie used items?

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Pickled Aggie 🤣

[@Mr_Monotonic]

Why so little attention

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Laika is underrated.

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Paranorman 2 in 2024?

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You can make me stop saying pickle Aggie because pickle rick

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Damn. Chris is HOT

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[@isaiah9496]

Can we get a coraline 2

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Up

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Horrifying, but in a good way

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