IMDb7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes97%
Metacritic82/100
Google Users94%
Director: Nick Park•Genres: Animation, Comedy, Crime, Mystery
Wallace and Gromit, the beloved cheese-loving inventor and his silent but ingenious dog, are back in their latest adventure. This time, they've opened a new bakery business. However, their new venture is threatened by a mysterious killer who has been murdering the local bakers. As the body count rises, Wallace and Gromit must race against time to uncover the identity of the killer before they become the next victims.
A Matter of Loaf and Death was met with widespread critical acclaim, praised for its charming stop-motion animation, witty humor, and engaging mystery plot. Audiences also responded very positively, enjoying the return of the iconic duo and their signature blend of inventive gadgets and humorous situations.
Praised for its quintessential Wallace and Gromit humor and charm.
Acclaimed for its masterful stop-motion animation and detailed craftsmanship.
Noted for its clever mystery plot and entertaining chase sequences.
Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly loved the film, appreciating the inventive gags, the heartwarming relationship between Wallace and Gromit, and the overall comedic tone. Many enjoyed the return of these classic characters and found the short film to be a delightful and satisfying watch.
Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film, BAFTA Award for Best Animated Film.
The film's title, "A Matter of Loaf and Death," is a play on the Agatha Christie novel "A Murder Is Announced," which was also adapted into a film and TV series with a similar theme of mystery and suspense.
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