The "Wallace and Gromit" curse refers to a series of unfortunate incidents that have occurred to individuals involved in the production of the popular British clay animation series, "Wallace and Gromit." Despite its success and critical acclaim, the curse has seemingly plagued those associated with the series, resulting in accidents, controversies, and even death. One of the earliest incidents to gain attention was the fire that destroyed the Aardman Animations studio in 2005. A significant portion of the production materials, including props, sets, and models, were lost in the fire. The incident delayed the production of subsequent Wallace and Gromit projects and led to financial losses for the studio. In 2009, an unfortunate incident occurred during the production of "A Matter of Loaf and Death," the fourth Wallace and Gromit short film.
MARY POPE OSBORNE is the author of the New York Times number one bestselling Magic Tree House series as well as coauthor of the Magic Tree House Fact Tracker series, along with her husband, Will, and her sister Natalie Pope Boyce.
MARY POPE OSBORNE is the author of the New York Times number one bestselling Magic Tree House series as well as coauthor of the Magic Tree House Fact Tracker series, along with her husband, Will, and her sister Natalie Pope Boyce. The Magic Tree House series has been a classroom favorite for over 25 years and is sure to inspire a love of reading--and adventure--in every child who joins Jack and Annie.
In 2009, an unfortunate incident occurred during the production of "A Matter of Loaf and Death," the fourth Wallace and Gromit short film. A member of the crew mistakenly left a hot soldering iron on a flammable surface, resulting in a fire at the new Aardman Animations studio. Fortunately, the fire was quickly contained, and no one was injured.
Magic Tree House Boxed Set: Books 1 - 4 (Magic Tree House Series) (Paperback) (Mary Pope Osborne)
This boxed set contains the first four Magic Tree House books: "Dinosaurs Before Dark, The Knight at Dawn, Mummies in the Morning, " and "Pirates Past Noon." Illustrations.
Book Synopsis
Visit the magic tree house and start a time traveling adventure with the first four stories in the #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time! Four books included in one perfectly giftable box set!
Meet Jack and Annie! Jack and his younger sister, Annie, are just regular kids. But when they discover a tree house in the woods, something magical happens. Jack and Annie are whisked back in time to the Age of Dinosaurs, a medieval castle, ancient pyramids, and treasure-seeking pirates.
Books in this set include: Dinosaurs Before Dark (#1), The Knight at Dawn (#2), Mummies in the Morning (#3), and Pirates Past Noon (#4).
The Magic Tree House series has been a classroom favorite for over 25 years and is sure to inspire a love of reading--and adventure--in every child who joins Jack and Annie!
Did you know that the Magic Tree House series has two levels?
MAGIC TREE HOUSE: Perfect for readers 6-9 who are just beginning to read chapter books--includes this boxed set!
MERLIN MISSIONS: More challenging adventures for experienced readers ages 7-10
About The Author
MARY POPE OSBORNE is the author of the New York Times number one bestselling Magic Tree House series as well as coauthor of the Magic Tree House Fact Tracker series, along with her husband, Will, and her sister Natalie Pope Boyce.
SAL MURDOCCA has illustrated over 200 children's trade and textbooks. He currently teaches children's illustration at Parsons School of Design in New York City.
However, it caused further delays and raised concerns about safety protocols. Perhaps the most tragic incident associated with the curse is the death of Peter Sallis, the voice actor for Wallace. Sallis provided the voice for Wallace in all of the Wallace and Gromit films and shorts from 1990 to 2010. He passed away in 2017 at the age of 96, marking the end of an era for the beloved character. In addition to these incidents, controversies have also surrounded the series. In 2005, "The Curse of the Were-Rabbit," the first feature-length film in the Wallace and Gromit series, faced backlash from certain animal rights activists who criticized the depiction of rabbits and the portrayal of the antagonist, Victor Quartermaine, as a hunter. Despite these unfortunate occurrences and controversies, the "Wallace and Gromit" curse has not diminished the popularity and resilience of the series. It continues to be beloved by audiences worldwide, and its characters have become iconic in the world of animation. The curse may be seen as a strange coincidence, an unfortunate streak of bad luck, or simply a result of the complexities of film production. Nevertheless, it serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by those involved in the creation of beloved works of art..
Reviews for "The Wallace and Gromit Curse: A Journey into the Unknown"
1. John - 2/5 stars - I was really excited to watch "Wallace and Gromit: Curse of the Were-Rabbit" as I had heard so many good things about it. However, I found it to be quite disappointing. The story was predictable and lacked any real depth. The characters were also quite one-dimensional and lacked any real charm. Overall, I felt like the film was trying too hard to be funny but ended up falling flat.
2. Sarah - 3/5 stars - I understand that "Wallace and Gromit: Curse of the Were-Rabbit" is a family-friendly film, but I found it to be a bit too childish for my taste. The humor was very slapstick and aimed at a young audience, which left me feeling bored and unengaged. Additionally, the animation style, while unique, didn't really appeal to me. I can see why many people enjoy this film, but personally, it just didn't resonate with me.
3. David - 2/5 stars - I'm sorry, but I just don't understand the hype around "Wallace and Gromit: Curse of the Were-Rabbit." I found the humor to be quite juvenile and the storyline to be uninteresting. The concept of a were-rabbit just didn't capture my attention, and I found myself losing interest throughout the film. I was really disappointed as I had high hopes for this movie based on its reputation, but it just didn't live up to my expectations.