Observe the Curse of the Were-Rabbit The Curse of the Were-Rabbit is a 2005 animated comedy film featuring the characters of Wallace and Gromit. The main idea of the film revolves around the curse that befalls the town of Tottington Hall, where the annual vegetable competition is under threat from a mysterious rabbit-inflicted menace. The film starts with Wallace and Gromit running a pest control company called "Anti-Pesto," which specializes in humane capture and relocation of rabbits. Their clients, the residents of Tottington Hall, are getting ready for the upcoming vegetable competition, with Lady Tottington being particularly anxious about protecting her prized vegetables from rabbits. The town is introduced to a new character, Victor Quartermaine, a pompous hunter who boasts about his ability to get rid of the rabbit problem once and for all. This sets the stage for a rivalry between Victor and Wallace, who develops a crush on Lady Tottington.
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This sets the stage for a rivalry between Victor and Wallace, who develops a crush on Lady Tottington. Wallace, being an inventor, comes up with a solution to the rabbit problem - the Mind Manipulation-O-Matic, a machine that can brainwash rabbits into avoiding vegetables. However, during a successful trial run, a mysterious creature known as the Were-Rabbit appears and wreaks havoc on the town.
Magic Hour
Susan Isaacs brings her wicked wit and keen understanding of what really goes on between men and women to a very different slice of Long Island- the Hamptons.
Magic Hour. That perfect time, that fleeting hour of enchanted light near dusk and dawn that is perfect for moviemaking, perfect for making love. Perfect for murder.
And into the magic hour steps Stephen Brady, wise guy, tough guy, local farm boy turned homicide cop, and a good man with a very bad life. But just as his luck is about to change, the rich, gifted, and urbane filmmaker Sy Spencer is murdered, and Brady discovers that his prime suspect is a woman he and the victim shared.
A spellbinding mystery, a scathing social satire and a poignant love story, Magic Hour looks beyond the trendy magazine-cover Hamptons' world of the summer set’s high-cheekboned elegance and the locals' down-on-the-farm authenticity into the hearts of real people.
This is the story of the treacherous murder that rocks them all and of the police detective who is too cold-hearted, too world-weary to ever fall in love- until he does.
Snappy plot.”— Entertainment Weekly
The same witticism-wrapped… center that always drives Isaacs’s fans dotty.”— Kirkus Reviews
Elegantly funny and original… Long after the handcuffs are snapped shut you’re likely to find yourself smiling fondly at the memory of Susan Isaacs’s one-of-a-kind characters.”— Anne Tyler, author of Pulitzer Prize-winning novel Breathing Lessons
A novel that keeps you guessing, raises your eyebrows, races your motor and makes you laugh out loud, only to bring you, in the end, close to tears. Magic Hour is a hats-off achievement.”— Washington Times
Good news for Isaacs’s fans: She is back in top form… again exhibiting her wickedly observant eye and flair for ricocheting pitch-perfect dialogue.”
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The Were-Rabbit, as it turns out, is actually Wallace himself. He unknowingly transforms into a monstrous rabbit-like creature during his sleepwalking episodes caused by eating too many vegetables. This curse threatens not only the vegetable competition but also the lives of the townspeople. Wallace and Gromit must find a way to break the curse and save the day. With the help of their loyal dog Gromit, they devise a plan to capture and cure Wallace of his were-rabbit condition. The whole town gets involved in the mission, culminating in a final showdown between Victor and Wallace. Throughout the film, the main idea of the curse of the Were-Rabbit highlights the importance of balance and moderation. It shows the consequences of excessive behavior, in this case, Wallace's overindulgence in vegetables leading to his transformation. It also emphasizes the power of cooperation and teamwork in overcoming challenges. The Curse of the Were-Rabbit is a delightful and entertaining film that appeals to both children and adults. It combines clever humor, memorable characters, and a heartwarming story that teaches valuable lessons about responsibility and the consequences of our actions..
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1. John - 2 stars - I found "Observe the Curse of the Were Rabbit" to be quite underwhelming. The story felt predictable and the humor was forced. The characters lacked depth and development, making it difficult for me to care about their journey. Additionally, while the animation was impressive, it couldn't make up for the lackluster storytelling. Overall, I was left disappointed and unenthused by this film.
2. Sarah - 1 star - "Observe the Curse of the Were Rabbit" was a complete letdown for me. The plot felt disjointed and lacked coherence, making it hard to follow. The humor fell flat, relying on tired clichés and cheap gags. Despite the impressive animation, the characters were uninteresting and forgettable. I had high hopes for this film, but unfortunately, it failed to deliver on any level.
3. Alex - 2.5 stars - As a fan of animated films, I was expecting more from "Observe the Curse of the Were Rabbit." However, I found it to be mediocre at best. The story felt rushed, with little time for character development or emotional attachment. The humor, while occasionally entertaining, often relied on slapstick comedy that didn't resonate with me. Ultimately, this film lacked the depth and charm that I look for in animated movies.