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.

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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.

[heathereli]

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

[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

[loismia]

Working for LAIKA is a lifelong dream for me. I want to keep working hard to hopefully work for them one day <3

[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!

[hman]

Absolutely love this movie. Most beautiful art ever seen.

[petera]

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

[Journaling]

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

[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!!

[optforthyname]

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 :)

[tompollockjr]

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.

[BabyJesus]

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

[MrAlejo]

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.

[mikesantillanmx]

I love Paranorman, is one of my favourite films.

[iblame_nargles]

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

[AndrewGoodguy]

You know what we truly need to be pulled out of the Laika Archieves?

AGGIE FIGHTS (Unreleased)!

[hectormanuel]

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

[xnavigation]

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

[shaunm]

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

[avevee]

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