Praise for animating Kate Winslet in "Flushed Away" (5, 4) Minute Cryptic Crossword Clue
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Hints
This clue's indicators are 'animating' and 'Flushed Away'. One of these is an anagram indicator suggesting that some neighbouring fodder will move around, and the other is a deletion indicator instructing us to remove some fodder from some other fodder.
This clue's fodder is 'Kate Winslet' and 'in'. We'll use these letters to construct our answer, as guided by our indicator(s).
Our definition here is 'Praise', and our answer will be a way of saying 'praise'.
The answer to Praise for animating Kate Winslet in "Flushed Away" (5, 4) is SWEET TALK.
Kate Winslet’s performance in Flushed Away (2006) received widespread praise, particularly for her voice acting in the role of Rita, a tough yet charming street-smart rat who helps the main character, Roddy, escape his predicament.
Winslet brought a distinct vibrancy and personality to Rita, balancing her character's no-nonsense attitude with a warmth and depth that resonated with audiences.
Her ability to deliver a lively, energetic performance, even in an animated setting, showcased her impressive range beyond her well-known dramatic roles in live-action films.
Critics appreciated how she infused Rita with humor, sincerity, and a certain feistiness that made her both relatable and lovable, helping elevate the film’s entertainment value.
Minute Cryptic
A Minute Cryptic is a type of crossword puzzle that focuses on very short, often tricky clues that require quick and sharp thinking. These puzzles typically feature concise clues that challenge solvers to think outside the box and consider alternative meanings, wordplay, or indirect references.
Unlike traditional cryptic clues, which may have more detailed explanations, Minute Cryptics are designed to be solved in a very short amount of time, often making them ideal for quick bursts of mental exercise. They tend to require both a good understanding of wordplay and a high level of familiarity with common crossword conventions, but their brevity makes them a fun and engaging challenge for puzzle enthusiasts.
