Neil Gaiman's Coraline Graphic Novel Review

The video is a review of the graphic novel adaptation of Neil Gaiman's 'Coraline', illustrated by P. Craig Russell. The reviewer compares it to Tim Burton's film adaptation, noting the different art styles and the more realistic approach of the graphic novel. The review highlights the novel's ability to convey the story's eerie atmosphere, despite a perceived lack of emotional depth in the writing. The reviewer appreciates the illustrations and believes the graphic novel is accessible to those unfamiliar with the original book or film. Overall, the adaptation is praised for its realism and effectiveness in storytelling.

Who is the illustrator of the graphic novel adaptation of Coraline?

• J.K. Rowling

• Tim Burton

• P. Craig Russell

• Neil Gaiman

How does the art style of the graphic novel differ from the Tim Burton movie adaptation?

• It is more realistic.

• It is more cartoonish.

• It is more colorful.

• It is more abstract.

What effect does the realistic approach have on the story's atmosphere?

• It makes it more creepy and eerie.

• It makes it more action-packed.

• It makes it more romantic.

• It makes it more humorous.

Has the reviewer read the original novel by Neil Gaiman?

• No, and has no plans to.

• Yes, once.

• No, not yet.

• Yes, multiple times.

Can someone understand the plot of the graphic novel without prior knowledge of the film or book?

• Yes, it's straightforward.

• No, it's very confusing.

• Only if they have read the book.

• Only if they have seen the movie.

What is the reviewer's opinion on the emotional portrayal in the graphic novel?

• It is very expressive.

• It is overly dramatic.

• It is somewhat dry.

• It is confusing.

How does the lack of emotion in the graphic novel affect the story?

• It detracts from the plot.

• It makes it more humorous.

• It adds to the mystery.

• It makes it less engaging.

What is the reviewer's first-time experience with Neil Gaiman's work?

• Neutral

• Disappointed

• Overwhelmed

• Not disappointed

What does the reviewer think about the illustrations by P. Craig Russell?

• They are too abstract.

• They are beautiful and realistic.

• They are overly detailed.

• They are too simplistic.

What is the reviewer's final opinion on the graphic novel adaptation?

• It is a poor adaptation.

• It is an amazing adaptation.

• It is an average adaptation.

• It is a confusing adaptation.