After twenty long years away, Wallace and Gromit remain just as lovingly tactile and warmly charming in this new stop-motion animated romp. Yep, there’s an undeniable comfort these characters bring, and this film has no trouble bringing that out. The stop-motion techniques are as intricate and polished as ever, making an incredibly labor-intensive craft appear effortless at this point. Beyond the stunning visuals and beautiful dioramas, perhaps the movie’s most standout feature is its heartwarming humor. Clearly paying homage to silent films, many characters communicate through expressions and clever sight gags - delivering laughs without uttering a word. The fact that all of this is achieved through stop-motion only heightens the impressiveness. Equally remarkable is the film’s rhythm. The snappy plotting is sure to keep even the youngest of moviegoers entertained and enthralled by the quirky fun. And I gotta say it, the return of Feather McGraw is a more than welcome surprise. Move aside Darth Vader—this feathered felon is truly one of cinema’s most memorable villains. So, with a steady stream of jokes and sight gags, Wallace & Gromit: A Vengeance Most Fowl practically demands repeat viewings. But, thanks to its sheer enjoyability, that’s certainly a welcome task!