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Based on Maurice Sendak's classic book, "Where the Wild Things Are," a young boy named Max--after being sent to bed for misbehaving--imagines that he sails away to where the wild things are. Max is loved by the wild creatures who make him their King, although he soon longs to be back home with his family.
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We were stunned...and ended up walking out with about 30 minutes left. This is a dark, violent, and horrible movie. My 15-year-old wanted to see it from nostalgia, and her one question was: WHO IS THIS FOR?! It's not suitable for little kids (no real point, not fun and light-hearted), nor does it have any depth for older kids or adults. Divorce, bodily harm, anger, hurt...such delightful fare. Be warned before you take your 7 or 10 year old. They're not going to get it. Your toddler won't enjoy seeing the familiar (and nicely created but horrible) characters, either. Waste of time and money.
This is the worst movie my family has ever seen. It was depressing and agonizing to sit through this. Everyone will need Prozac by the time it is over. The for such a short book with lots of room to create a decent adventure, this movie was truly a disappointment. Please do not waste your family's time or money on this one!
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In the opening scenes of the Spike Jonze-directed adaptation of Maurice Sendak’s children’s book, Where The Wild Things Are, the angry, conflicted Max veers wildly from joy to rage to tears. Any 9-year-old who bites his mother has issues.
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"Where the Wild Things Are," the book, is just 339 words long. But in turning it into "Where the Wild Things Are," the movie, director Spike Jonze has expanded the basic story with a breathtaking visual scheme and stirring emotional impact.
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