## Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl – An Interview with Nick Park and Merlin Crossingham
Twenty years after their last feature-length adventure, the beloved British duo Wallace and Gromit return in *Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl*. This time, they face a new threat: a seemingly sentient garden gnome with a vengeful agenda. To discuss this latest installment, we spoke with creator Nick Park and co-director Merlin Crossingham ahead of the film’s Netflix release on January 3rd.
Our conversation covered a range of topics, from the enduring appeal of Wallace and Gromit across generations – and whether there was pressure to modernize the characters – to the challenges of transitioning from short films to a feature-length production. Merlin Crossingham shared insights into the design of the terrifyingly adorable Norbot, the mischievous garden gnome at the heart of the plot, and the delicate balance achieved in his unnerving yet charming aesthetic.
The official synopsis for *Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl* reads: “Aardman’s four-time Academy Award-winning director Nick Park and Emmy Award-nominated Merlin Crossingham return with a brand new epic adventure. Gromit’s concern that Wallace is becoming overly reliant on his inventions is validated when Wallace creates a ‘smart’ gnome that develops a mind of its own. When a vengeful figure from the past emerges as the mastermind, it’s up to Gromit to combat sinister forces and save his master… or Wallace may never invent again!”
Speaking with Nick Park and Merlin Crossingham was a truly memorable experience. As a lifelong fan whose love for animation began with Wallace and Gromit, this interview was a dream come true. The opportunity to speak with the individuals responsible for bringing these iconic characters to life is something I will always cherish.
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