Coraline script pdf

Read what? Your tea leaves, dear. They'll tell me your future. Drink up then. No, not all of it. Not all of it. That's right. Now hand it over. Oh, Caroline. Caroline, Caroline, Caroline. You are in terrible danger. Oh, give me that cup, April. Your eyes are going. My eyes? You're blind as a bat. Well, not to worry, child. It's good news. There's a tall, handsome beast in your future.

A what? Miriam, really. You're holding it wrong. What do you see? I see a very peculiar hand. I see a giraffe. Giraffes don't just fall from the sky, Miriam. Oh, Lord. Well, what should I do? Never wear green in your dressing room. Acquire a very tall stepladder. And be very, very careful. Now, was there something you came to tell us? I guess not. Thanks for the tea, though.

Do you have any nice queens for Mummy? The village stalker. I wasn't stalking you. We're hunting banana slugs. What do you mean "we? Your cat's not wild. He's a wuss puss.

He hates to get his feet wet. Wuss puss. So, that doll. Did you make it look like me? Oh, no. I found it that way. It's older than Grandma. Old as this house, probably. Come on. Blue hair, my swampers and raincoat? Check out Slugzilla. You're just like them. I meant my parents. They don't listen to me either. You mind? You know, I've never been inside the Pink Palace.

Grandma'd kill me. Thinks it's dangerous or something. Well, she had a twin sister. When they were kids, Grandma's sister disappeared. She says she was stolen. Well, what do you think? I don't know. Maybe she just ran away. Look, I gotta go. Wait a minute. Welcome back, darling.

So thoughtful of you to send this nice cheddar, Coraline. The mice bait. Would you go fetch your father? I bet he's hungry as a pumpkin by now. You mean my other father. Your better father, dear. He's out in the garden. But my parents don't have time to garden. I love your garden! Our garden, Coraline. Stop tickling me! Daughter in distress. Tickle no more, you dragon snappers. Well, she says it's time for dinner, breakfast, food.

Hop on, kiddo. I wanna show you something. I can't believe you did this. Mother said you'd like it. Boy, she knows you like the back of her hand. So good. I love dinner-breakfast-food. Coraline, Mr. Bobinsky has invited you That know-it-all Wybie B's head. I knew he was wrong. My friend? Another Wybie. Hello, Why-Were-You-Born.

I thought you'd like him more if he spoke a little less. So I fixed him. So he can't talk at all? I like it. Now, run along, you two, and have fun. You're awful cheerful considering you can't say anything.

It didn't hurt, did it, when she Look at you! My name! It's wonderful, Wybie. That was great! Very, very thank you, lady and gentleman. We loved it, Mr. It was so You are very welcome anytime you like. You and also your good friend there. Do svedaniya, Coraline. There were garden squash like balloon animals Oh, and upstairs, I saw a real mouse circus.

Not pretend like the crazy man's in our house. You sure you won't come? Don't fret, Charlie. They'll love the new catalog. At least they'll love my chapters. I did not call him crazy, Coraline. He's drunk. Well, I guess I'll see you around, you dizzy dreamer. I'm not five anymore. My kingdom for a horse!

Put them back. But, Mom, the whole school's No one will have these. My other mother would get them. Maybe she should buy all your clothes. So what do you think is in the other apartment? Not a family of Jones imposters.

Then why'd you lock the door? I found some rat crap, and I thought you'd feel safer. They're jumping mice, Mom, and the dreams aren't dangerous. They're the most fun I've had since we've moved here. Your school might be fun. With those stupid uniforms? Had to give it a try. How do you feel about a mustard, ketchup, salsa wrap for lunch? Are you kidding me? Had to go food shopping, anyway.

Dad's planning something special. You wanna come along? You can pick out something you like. Like the gloves. Look, Coraline, if things go well today, I promise I'll make it up.

That's what you always say. Won't be long. But I might be. I knew it was real. I hope you like the new outfit I made you. Love, Mother. Wybie's got a cat like you at home. Not the quiet Wybie. The one that talks too much. You must be the other cat. No, I'm not the other anything.

I'm me. I can see you don't have button eyes, but if you're the same cat, how can you talk? I just can. Cats don't talk at home. Well, you're clearly the expert on these things. After all, I'm just a big fat wuss puss. Come back. I'm sorry I called you that. I really am. How'd you get here? I've been coming here for a while. It's a game we play. She hates cats and tries to keep me out, but she can't, of course. The other mother hates cats? Not like any mother I've ever known.

She's amazing. You probably think this world is a dream come true, but you're wrong. The other Wybie told me so. That's nonsense. He can't talk. Perhaps not to you. We cats, however, have far superior senses than humans, and can see and smell and I hear something.

Right over Hey, Wybie. She's practically naked! I'm known as the siren of all seven seas. The breaker of hearts by the bay. So if you go swimming With bowlegged women.

I might steal your weak heart away. Oh, my God. A big-bottomed sea witch May bob through the waves. And hope to lead sailors astray.

But a true ocean goddess Must fill out her bodice. To present an alluring display. Beware of old oysters too large in the chest. Let's banish them from the buffet. I'm far more nutritious. You smell like the fishes. Did I hear a banshee? You're sea green with envy. This mermaid enchantress. No, I, Birth of Venus. Will send sailors swooning Will send sailors swooning all day. I can't look. Ready to break a leg, Miriam?

Our lives for the theater, April. Hey, there. Was it wonderful, dear? Oh, yeah. They swooped down and pulled me right out of my seat, Spink and Forcible, only they weren't old ladies. But then, I was flying through the air, and it was It was magic. You do like it here, don't you, Coraline? Good night, Wybie. You could stay here forever if you want to. We'll sing and play games, and Mother will cook your favorite meals.

There's one tiny little thing we need to do. What's that? Well, it's a surprise. For you, our little doll. Black is traditional. But if you'd prefer pink or vermillion or chartreuse Though you might make me jealous. No way! You're not sewing buttons in my eyes! But we need a "yes" if you want to stay here. So sharp you won't feel a There, now. It's your decision, darling. We only want what's best for you. I'm going to bed.

Right now! Before dinner? I'm really, really tired. I just need to sleep on things. Well, of course you do, darling. I'll be happy to tuck you in. Oh, no, thanks. You've done so much already. You're welcome. And I Soon you'll see things our way.

What's wrong, Coraline? Don't you wanna play? I wanna hug your face! Get a grip, soldier! Where's your buttons, Loper? You want to stay, don't you? Going home tonight, robots, and I won't be back. Go to sleep. A tiny little thing we need to do. So sharp you won't feel a thing. Oh, God. I'm still here? Hey, you! Where's the other mother? I wanna go home. All will be swell, soon as Mother's refreshed. Her strength is our strength. Mustn't talk when Mother's not here. If you won't even talk to me, I'm gonna find the other Wybie.

He'll help me. No point. He pulled a long face, and Mother didn't like it. And what do you think you're doing?

Well, I'm getting out of here. That's what I'm doing. Something's wrong. Shouldn't the old well be here? Nothing out here. It's the empty part of this world. She only made what she knew would impress you.

But why? Why does she want me? She wants something to love, I think. Something that isn't her. Or maybe she'd just love something to eat. That's ridiculous. Mothers don't eat daughters. How do you taste? But how can you walk away from something and still come back to it? Walk around the world. Small world. Hang on. He's one of the circus mice!

I don't like rats at the best of times, but this one was sounding an alarm. Good kitty. They say even the proudest spirit can be broken with love.

Of course, chocolate never hurts. Like one? They're cocoa beetles from Zanzibar. I want to be with my real mom and dad. I want you to let me go. Is that any way to talk to your mother? You aren't my mother. Apologize at once, Coraline! I'll give you to the count of three. What are you doing? That hurts! You may come out when you've learned to be a loving daughter.

And shush. For the beldam might be listening. You mean the other mother? Who are you? Don't remember our names, but I 'member my true mommy. Why are you all here? The beldam. She spied on our lives through the little doll's eyes. And saw that we weren't happy. So she lured us away with treasures. And treats. And games to play.

Gave all that we asked. Yet we still wanted more. So we let her sew the buttons. She said that she loved us. But she locked us here. And ate up our lives. Well, she can't keep me in the dark forever. Not if she wants to win my life.

Beating her is my only chance. Perhaps, if you do win your escape, you could find our eyes. Has she taken those, too? Yes, miss. And hidden them. Find our eyes, mistress, and our souls will be freed. I'll try. Did she do this to you? I hope that feels Is that you?

Let's go! Come on! She'll hurt you again. How dare you disobey your mother! I'm home! Anybody here? Hello, hello! Real Dad? Real Mom? Oh, Mom's groceries! That's disgusting. I missed you guys so much, you'll never The Wybie that talks. Yeah, so, you know that old doll I gave you?

My grandma's real mad. Says it was her sister's. The one that disappeared. You stole that doll, didn't you? Well, it looked just like you, and I figured It used to look like this pioneer girl, then Huck Finn Jr. Grandma's missing sister. I think I just met her. Listen, I'm really not supposed to She's in there. Can you Can you unlock it? Not in a million years. But it wouldn't matter.

She can't escape without her eyes. None of the ghosts can. So I really need to get that doll. I'd love to get rid of it. Where are you hiding, you little monster? You and Grandma been talking? The doll's her spy. It's how she watches you, finds out what's wrong with your life. The doll is my grandma's spy?

The other mother. She's got this whole world where everything's better. The food, the garden, the neighbors. But it's all a trap. Yeah, I think I heard someone calling me, Jonesy. Don't believe me? You can ask the cat. The cat? I'll just tell Grandma that you couldn't find the doll. You're not listening to me! That's 'cause you're crazy! You creep! You're the jerk wad that gave me the doll!

Pick it up, Dad. Pick it up. I'm digging in my garden right now, but leave a message and I'll get right back to you. Where have you gone? Don't you only make wings for the dead ones? Just looking ahead, dear. Angus hasn't been feeling very well of late. Aren't you getting ready? We've lost our ride, Miriam. Caroline says her parents have vanished quite completely. We've waited months for those tickets. I suppose we could walk.

With your gammy legs? It's nearly two miles to the theater. Oh, yes. Your missing parents. We know just what you need. Miriam, get How is year-old candy gonna help? There you go, sweetie. What's it for? Well, it might help. It's bad things, Miriam. Lost things, April. Bad things. Good night, Mom.

Good night, Dad. How did you get in? Do you know where Mom and Dad are? How did this happen? She's taken them. They're not coming back, are they? Mom and Dad. Not on their own. Only one thing to do. You know, you're walking right into her trap. I have to go back. They are my parents. Challenge her, then. She may not play fair, but she won't refuse. She's got a thing for games.

You came back for us. Darling, why would you run away from me? Where are my parents? Gosh, I have no idea where your old parents are. Perhaps they've grown bored of you and run away to France. Have a seat, won't you? Why don't you have your own key?

Only one key. The garden squash need tending, don't you think, pumpkin? Squish-squash, pumpkin sauce. Where'd she hide you? Breakfast time! Be strong, Coraline. Why don't we play a game?

I know you like them. Everybody likes games. What kind of game would it be? An exploring game. A finding things game. And what is it you'd be finding, Coraline? My real parents. Too easy. And the eyes of the ghost children. What if you don't find them? If I lose, I'll stay here with you forever and let you love me.

And I'll let you sew buttons into my eyes. And if you somehow win this game? Then you let me go. You let everyone go. My real father and mother, the dead children, everyone you've trapped here. Not till you give me a clue. Oh, right.

In each of three wonders I've made just for you, a ghost's eye is lost in plain sight. And for my parents? Don't tell me. It's a deal. What does she mean, "wonders? Why steal this? That must be it! Mother making me. Don't wanna hurt you! Take it! Bless you, miss. You found me! But there's two eyes still lost. Don't worry. I'm getting the hang of it. The pearl. Give it back!

Hurry on, girl. Her web is unwinding. Oh, Wybie. Next ». The doll's old clothes are cut away; button- eyes torn off; hair pulled out. Sawdust is poured in the NEW DOLL's mouth; facial features added; blue yarn hair punched in; and then a fresh pair of shiny black button eyes is selected from a button drawer.

It's late winter, the sky a damp, grey sponge. Dras, dva, tri, chetyri. Dras, dva, tri Bobinsky shakes his fist angrily after the car and shouts: MR. The old gal can't wait to tell her flat mate below about the young, strapping men.

Come on, now, LIFT. The job finished, Mover 2 heads down the front steps while Mover 1 waits for a signature from the unseen-but-for-his-hands new tenant.

Papers signed, a tip of a single, grubby dollar bill is placed in the outstretched hand of the disappointed mover, and the door is shut. With a CLICK, a close-up lens is rotated into place to better see the movers quietly pack into the truck and drive away.

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