The Rat Catcher
In a tranquil English village, a reporter and a mechanic listen as a ratcatcher explains his clever plan to outwit his prey.
Director(s)
Wes Anderson
Tom Rye
Guy Trevellyan
Adam Somner
Jennifer Furches
Martin Scali
Where to watch
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Alunauwie
The Rat Catcher, the third film in Roald Dahl’s anthology, uses narration and minimal visuals to create a unique storytelling experience that encourages viewers to imagine key scenes. The simple yet unpredictable plot follows a rat catcher facing a challenge when his poisoned bait fails, prompting him to perform bizarre acts to save his reputation. While the conflict is subtle, the film’s clever twist invites audiences to reconsider earlier scenes with new insight. Strong acting, effective CGI, and well-chosen sound design enhance the dramatic atmosphere. Overall, it’s a captivating and original short film worth watching. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)
The Rat Catcher FAQs
The directors of The Rat Catcher are Wes Anderson, Tom Rye, Guy Trevellyan, Adam Somner, Jennifer Furches, and Martin Scali.
The cast of The Rat Catcher includes Ralph Fiennes as Rat Man / Roald Dahl, Rupert Friend as Claud Cubbage, Richard Ayoade as Editor, and Eliel Ford as Stagehand.
The duration of The Rat Catcher is 17 mins.
You can watch The Rat Catcher on Netflix (Subscription). Check this Fanbiz page for the latest platforms.
The Rat Catcher was released on 28 Sep 2023.
The Rat Catcher is listed under Comedy on Fanbiz.
The Rat Catcher has 1 review on Fanziz, with an average rating of 8.0/10. One reviewer wrote: "The Rat Catcher, the third film in Roald Dahl’s anthology, uses narration and minimal visuals to create a unique storytelling experience that encourages viewers to imagine key s..."
