The antidote to the modern animated movie.

This kind of stop-motion animation (wittily demonstrated during the end credits) results in wonderfully detailed characters and action.

There are many more delighted 'Ewwws' than too-easy 'Awws' in this charming, if a tad cynical, feature from the creators of Coraline and ParaNorman.

Though still in the shadow of that artistic behemoth, 'Boxtrolls' is one of the finest animated films of the past few years.