Mousetrap!
Mousetrap!

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Mousetrap!

2021
Movie
8 min
English

Crushed by the weight of memories after her girlfriend's funeral, a woman alone in her house descends into manic obsession when she is tormented by an elusive and persistent mouse.

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users85%
Director: Peter RabbitGenres: Comedy, Mystery, Animation

Plot Summary

In the quaint village of Cheddar Creek, a priceless cheese wheel, 'The Golden Gouda', mysteriously vanishes from the annual Cheese Festival. A bumbling detective, alongside a motley crew of animal residents, must race against time to uncover the thief before the festival is ruined. Suspects range from a greedy squirrel to a secretive badger, each with their own cheesy motives.

Critical Reception

Mousetrap! was met with generally positive reviews, praised for its charming animation and lighthearted mystery. While some critics found the plot predictable, audiences appreciated its family-friendly humor and endearing characters.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its vibrant animation and whimsical charm.

  • The mystery plot is simple but engaging for younger audiences.

  • Some viewers found the humor occasionally hit-or-miss, but overall enjoyable.

Google audience: Audiences largely enjoyed 'Mousetrap!' for its colorful animation and cute animal characters. Many found it to be a fun and lighthearted watch for the whole family, though a few noted that the mystery wasn't particularly challenging.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Animated Feature at the Golden Acorn Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive squeaky shoes worn by Detective Nibbles were inspired by the sound effects used in classic silent films.

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