10 Best Animated Movies NOT By Disney Or Pixar

10. Coraline (2009)

Animation Studio: LAIKA

Coraline is not a conventional animated movie, and this is hardly surprisingly given that it is based on a children’s book by the eccentric Neil Gaiman.

The film focuses on a young girl named Coraline who discovers a secret entrance to a parallel world in her new house. Though said world appears to be perfect, the story soon takes a very dark twist.

Not only is the use of stop motion a welcome change from the typical animated feature, Coraline is much more frightening than the average children’s movie. Even adults will find some of the imagery in this movie unnerving.

The film also has a very grimy aesthetic that is complimented brilliantly by Bruno Coulais’ terrific score.

The combination of these elements makes Coraline a highly original film that’s an essential watch for those looking to see an animation that blends the fantastical with the horrifying.