Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (2005): A Stop-Motion Gothic Comedy Classic

ByFabian Bullitt

2005 • Nick Park & Steve Box • 1.85:1 • Jump to Gallery ↓

Directed by Nick Park and Steve Box, Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit follows inventor Wallace and his dog, Gromit. They run a humane pest control business in a village preparing for its annual giant vegetable competition. When a mysterious creature starts destroying gardens at night, the pair investigate while trying to prevent panic among the villagers.

A clever blend of horror parody and family comedy, the film draws heavily on classic monster cinema, particularly werewolf tropes, with a few Dracula references thrown in for good measure. Moonlit landscapes, exaggerated shadows and gothic imagery are used alongside Wallace’s highly imaginative contraptions to create the perfect atmosphere of suspense and comedic absurdity.

As a feature-length extension of the Wallace & Gromit series, The Curse of the Were-Rabbit is a marvel of stop-motion animation, showcasing a level of tactile detail that feels both cosy and cinematic. Its specific touch of British eccentricity, balanced with slapstick humour, combined with marvellous technical achievements, is what makes Aardman‘s style so special.

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