Songs that feel like Coraline (2009)
A curious, lonely child slips into a too-perfect parallel world whose sweetness curdles into button-eyed dread, in a handmade, autumnal fairy tale about home and being careful what you wish for.
- Other Father Song by They Might Be Giants: The film's own soundtrack: a sweet, creepy song sung by the Other Father.
- Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This) by Marilyn Manson: A dark, seductive take on a pop song that matches the film's tempting nightmare.
- Pure Imagination by Gene Wilder: A wondrous invitation into a fantasy world that hides a sinister side.
- Mad World by Gary Jules: Hushed piano and melancholy for a lonely child in a strange new world.
- This is Halloween by Danny Elfman: Elfman's gothic stop-motion spook is the closest cousin to Coraline's world.
- Dream A Little Dream Of Me by Ella Fitzgerald: A gentle lullaby of wishes that sounds sinister next to the film's mood.
- Creep by Radiohead: Outsider longing and unease, like a child who doesn't belong.
- Lilac Wine by Nina Simone: Intoxicating, smoky temptation that feels like the Other Mother's spell.
- Bloodflowers by The Cure: Autumnal gothic melancholy.
- Teardrop by Massive Attack: A hushed, haunting vocal over music-box-like harpsichord.
