Coraline Jones

Coraline Jones is the clever, brave, and adventurous 11-year-old protagonist of Neil Gaiman’s Coraline. Voiced by Dakota Fanning, she moves from Michigan to Oregon, finding her new life dull and her parents distracted, which leads her to explore a dangerous, magical alternate world, Other World: She discovers a parallel, "better" world with an "Other Mother" who has black button eyes. The Doll: She is stalked by a doll that looks like her, which is used by the Beldam (Other Mother) to spy on her. The Mission: Coraline must rescue her parents and the souls of three ghost children. Friends: She pairs with a black cat that can speak in the other world. Coraline Jones is more than just an explorer; she is a character defined by her sharp wit, resilience, and unique aesthetic. Beyond her blue hair and yellow raincoat, there are deep layers to her story and the world she inhabits. Character Deep Dive A "Mistyped" Name: The name "Coraline" actually originated from a typo. Author Neil Gaiman intended to type "Caroline" but loved the look of the misspelled version and decided it belonged to a new character. Naturally Brown Hair: While she is iconic for her short blue hair, it is actually dyed. You can see her natural brown hair and eyebrows in the family photo on her nightstand. Left-Handed Heroine: Coraline is consistently portrayed as left-handed throughout the movie, seen when she's counting windows or drawing. Her Birthday: Coraline was born on October 28th, making her a Scorpio The Beldam’s Origin: The Other Mother (Beldam) is often interpreted as a predatory spirit or "ancient witch" that feeds on the souls and "life force" of children to sustain her alternate realm. Family: Daughter to Mel and Charlie Jones, who are often busy and distracted with work, causing Coraline to feel neglected. Appearance: Often wears a yellow raincoat, yellow boots, and a blue backpack. Personality: She is described as sharp, feisty, witty, and a true explorer.