LAIKA: The Magic Behind a Stop-Motion Dream Factory

An unprecedented look behind the curtain of the preeminent stop-motion studio, this comprehensive volume brims with exclusive artwork, photography, and interviews with LAIKA's key creatives. In a rare tour of LAIKA's 500,000-square-foot dream factory, readers discover how the studio brings its handcrafted films to life—frame by frame. From puppet fabrication and 3D face printing to production design, script development, animation, and visual effects, the book traces the studio's processes and collaboration across departments. Rich with new puppet photography, never-before-seen concept art, and candid conversations, it spotlights the people, places, and decisions that shaped beloved films—from Coraline and ParaNorman to The Boxtrolls, Kubo and the Two Strings, Missing Link, and Wildwood. A double-page gatefold nearly three feet wide expands the visuals, making this an illustrated tribute to two decades of LAIKA's stop-motion innovation and storytelling.

Who might be interested in reading?

• Fans of stop-motion cinema who want a deep dive into LAIKA's craft and storytelling.
• Readers who enjoy behind-the-scenes art, puppetry, and practical effects.
• Film students or creators curious about production workflows from concept to screen.
• Fans of LAIKA's films—Coraline, ParaNorman, The Boxtrolls, Kubo and the Two Strings, Missing Link, and Wildwood—seeking richer context.