Coraline was a technical marvel in 2009, with a team of over 500 people working on the film's production. The movie's stop-motion animation was created using a combination of traditional techniques and cutting-edge technology. The film's director, Henry Selick, is a veteran of stop-motion animation, having worked on films like The Nightmare Before Christmas and James and the Giant Peach.

Because they were printed, the 1080p Blu-ray clarity allows you to see the tiny seam across her face (which the filmmakers chose not to digitally remove) to honor the "handmade" feel of stop-motion. hidden details tucked away in the Other Father’s garden?

The filmmakers used 3D as a narrative tool, not just a gimmick. If you watch your ISO file closely, you’ll notice a shift in the 3D "volume" between the two worlds: The Real World:

Universal Studios released Coraline on 3D Blu-ray in 2010. However, as TV manufacturers stopped producing 3D panels in 2017, the 3D Blu-ray of Coraline went out of print. Used copies on eBay command premium prices ($50-$150). Consequently, enthusiasts turned to disc ripping.