My C.o.W., Part II

I know he's a dog. And he doesn't talk. And he's not real. But my love for him is there, nonetheless.

This week's C.o.W. is Gromit, the plasticine canine that has starred in three shorts and the animated feature, Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit. He's the strong, silent type, and I like that.

But Gromit has many layers.

He's a great thinker.

But he's also very sly. Nothing gets by him.

He's polite, and rocks a baseball cap.

He's an accomplished chef who always keeps a stocked fridge.

And has a champion green thumb.

He's an elegant dancer.

An expert marksman.

And is king of his workshop. Bonus points for his strict adherence to workplace safety.

He's determined and strong.

A graceful athlete.

An experienced pilot.

Who's not afraid to show who's boss once in a while.

But despite it all, Gromit isn't above showing us his sensitive side. Seriously, who can resist those puppy dog eyes?

More seriously, this is just a plug for Wallace & Gromit: Curse of the Were-Rabbit. Although it's been marketed as a kid's film, the film can be enjoyed by children and adults alike (and also: adults that sometimes regress, like me). The humour isn't the most subtle at times, but the film works. Most of all, though, I'm in awe of the superb clay animation, which is worth watching the film for alone.

And, I must admit: Once in a while, I can't resist a happy ending.