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WALLACE & GROMIT'S WORLD OF INVENTION sees world-renowed inventor Wallace and his faithful sidekick (turned camera dog) Gromit turn their hand to presenting for the very first time, hosting a six-part series from the basement of 62 West Wallaby Street. They take an enthusiastic look at some real-life cracking contraptions, from gadgets that help around the home to the mind-boggling world of space travel and much more in between. From their self-built television studio, Wallace introduces films of inventors from around the world, and unveils some of his very own creations.
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55 of 59 people found the following review helpful
By Carmen
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I anticipated that this release would be just what it is: a variety type show with wrap-arounds starring W&G. Fun stuff to be sure, but make no mistake: this is NOT a new set of adventures with our pals.
While it's great to have them back, it is a far cry from previous releases.
By all means; if you are a huge fan (as we are) pick this up and enjoy - and maybe even learn something. Just don't bring any expectations from previous adventures.
While it's great to have them back, it is a far cry from previous releases.
By all means; if you are a huge fan (as we are) pick this up and enjoy - and maybe even learn something. Just don't bring any expectations from previous adventures.
14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
OK, OK, we too were surprised when we got it out of the library that it was Wallace and Gromit hosting a show about inventors and their inventions, and not a series of Wallace and Gromit shorts with all their crazy inventions.
Well the fact is it is so amazing, we are buying it for gifts for young and old alike. You will be stunned by the REAL inventions out there, and the stories behind them. If you have a curious mind, or you want to inspire curiosity in a young one, then this is a movie for you.
And as a reminder it just has short cute vignettes of Wallace and Gromit, but the real stars are the REAL inventions.
Well the fact is it is so amazing, we are buying it for gifts for young and old alike. You will be stunned by the REAL inventions out there, and the stories behind them. If you have a curious mind, or you want to inspire curiosity in a young one, then this is a movie for you.
And as a reminder it just has short cute vignettes of Wallace and Gromit, but the real stars are the REAL inventions.
19 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
I wish that I would have researched this product before pre-ordering but the Wallace and Gromit name made me think that I was getting that! It's not that they aren't in the video but this is really a kids educational series with some W&G interstitials. Very disappointing to me and I would imagine that the replay value wouldn't even be that great for almost any kid!
There was little here for me and nothing for my 16 year old son.
There was little here for me and nothing for my 16 year old son.
10 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By seakayaker
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I think I should have looked in to this DVD more. It is a show and tell the commentary by Wallace and Gromit. While others do the Show. Very disappointed, I had expected Wallace and Gromit to to all. I am a fan!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By M. Valine
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I really liked this DVD! It has helped get my 9 yr old son into science and that is fantastic! I also enjoyed them myself.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
I recently received this and watched it with my 7 & 10 year old sons. This is a series of National-Geographic-flavored-but-cool-enough-to-compete-on-Saturday-morning shows (Children of the 70s, think Big Blue Marble). Segments are introduced by our friends from Wallaby Way, but the core of the show is real-life footage of inventors, hobbyists, and tinkerers showing off their cool gadgets. They have a segment on Theo Jansen, the guy who makes those amazing wind-driven walking 'animals' that stalk beaches. Cool stuff. The level of the engineering is ~2-3rd grade. My 10 year old thought the inventions were cool, but he definitely could have handled more detail. The 7 year old liked it after his initial disappointment that it wasn't a 'real' Wallace and Grommet show. Overall, absolutely worth a look, but make sure you're aware what you're buying!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By K. Hoehler
Format:Blu-ray
My 7 year old son was mesmerized by this DVD. He couldn't wait to show me the walking creatures made out of PVC piping. It was amazing. I love that it's showing homegrown inventors from around the world. It's so great for the kids to have exposure to lives and inspiring ideas put into action from beyond our borders. In fact my son just said, "Watching this makes me want to go into the garage and invent something". Also, needless to say, the various W&G vignettes, including the elephant-gas-run contraption, kept him chuckling.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is a great tool for older children to get them thinking. The possibilities of putting thought into action. Pretty cool inventions are shown. If you thought it was an animated show you will be in for a let down. There are between inventions small bits of Wallace and Gromit.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not at all what expected
This was not at all what I expected. Based on their past shows, I was disappointed because I wanted to showcase how good the characters & animation were in other movies an short... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Maxine Carver
4.0 out of 5 stars
Fascinating Fun
Good fun as only Wallace and Grommit can dish it out. Fascinating inventions for all ages. Learn and laugh at the same time.
Published 2 months ago by Eileen Rohmer
3.0 out of 5 stars
This is not a movie but rather a collection
Apparently I did not read the description at all. This is not a movie of my little goof-balls, but rather a collection of perhaps TV series. I am not sure. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Dixie Deb
3.0 out of 5 stars
I should have paid more attention to what I was buying!
My kids love Wallace & Gromit, and I thought I was buying them a DVD of some of their episodes we had somehow missed. No.. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Erin
3.0 out of 5 stars
Its Wallace & Gromit, but not so much
I enjoy Wallace & Gromit, but this DVD is so little about Wallace & Gromit, that to be called theirs, its almost misleading. Not worth the money, find it to rent somewhere.
Published 3 months ago by Paul Briggs
5.0 out of 5 stars
Gromit the hero
Gromit is our favorite dog (OK together with Shaun the Sheep and that dog) I originally ordered all these
movies for my grand daughter but the audience is always the three of... Read more
movies for my grand daughter but the audience is always the three of... Read more
Published 4 months ago by C. Erickson
5.0 out of 5 stars
10 year old loves this!
Entertaining and educational. My son really enjoyed it and I wish there were more available. Entertaining for adults as well.
Published 4 months ago by L. Shweky
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Wallace & Gromit Great!
everyone in the house loved this DVD!! We are happy to have in our collection! Service was good and the dvd arrived on time
Published 4 months ago by grand-mere d'entreprise
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not what I thought
This is a DVD all about the inventions of Wallace and Gromit. Not a video for kids as we had hoped.
Published 4 months ago by Kay L. Kennedy
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not what I expected
I should have read the fine print. I thought this was a new wallace and gromit claymation comedy. It's actually information videos. Very interesting for adults or older kids. Read more
Published 4 months ago by S. Veeman
