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Tired Coraline Dad Meme Template
About this meme
This high-definition screencap is from the 2009 stop-motion animated film Coraline. It features Coraline’s father, Charlie Jones, looking utterly drained, with heavy dark circles under his eyes, slouched at a bulky CRT monitor. In meme culture, it is the definitive visual for creative burnout, soul-crushing office work, being "in the trenches" of a project, or
- Charlie Jones: Wearing a "Michigan State" sweatshirt and glasses sliding down his nose, representing The Overworked Professional, , The Workspace, or The Goal.
- The CRT Monitor: A bulky, old-school computer emitting a dull glow representing The Relentless Task, The 408th Milestone, Legacy Systems, or The AI Model.
- The Desk Lamp: A single, harsh light source representing The Midnight Oil, High-End Graphic Design, The Content Creator, or The Final Script.
- The Coffee Cup: Sitting prominently on the desk representing The Only Fuel Left, The Punjab Afternoon Stillness, or The Finish Line.
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Countries / Regions
United States
Languages
English
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Resolution 1251 x 1125
Orientation Landscape
File size 159 KB
Created April 17, 2026
Last updated September 27, 2026