Yeah this isn't going to be cherished by those too young to remember reading the book. You have to have that already and the sense of wonder at a child's imagination. There is a misunderstood passion for the unreal here and it will strike a chord with those who understand having gone through childhood already. Where the Wild Things Are was my absolute favorite book growing up and this just beings it all back as well as giving life to the characters in the story uniquely and impeccably. I could feel the story happening beyond what the book ever provided! And if nothing else, Carol's somber howl on the beach tore right through my heart and I left the theater wiping my eyes...! Going to buy the movie and reread the book... to experience it all over again!

Directed by Spike Jonze, WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE(WTWTA) is a 94min live-action movie-adaptation of Maurice Sendak's 1963 children's picture book - basically, the story of a overly-imaginative rambunctiously active boy's escapism/reactions to his feelings and his interactions with his environment and loved ones. High production values and stupendously well-designed 'costumes' plus effective use of CGI elevated this quirky film beyond what could potentially have been a sub-par children's movie. I especially like the designs of the monsters and the beautiful sets. Still, the heavy themes(anger and anger management, survival/adaptability, yearning for stability, personal growth, loneliness, sorrow, love, etc.) plus scenes of violence may prove a tad much too wild for young kids. Spike Jonze and Dave Eggers took a few liberties(with Maurice Sendak's permission) with the screenplay. VERDICT: A Must-See for fans of the book.

violent disturbing don't take kids

This movie is not typical, and you need to let it sink in. I have come to realize that this movie is about families, how we all want them to work and be perfect, but they never are. And yet, they grip us, and they have their moments. The imagery is engaging, and the music is great.

The happy and sad emotions that i felt as a child and pushed away, because of my sad upbringing......I cried and laughed as i felt the feeling that the young Max was feeling. I don't think anyone that wasn't a loner or the middle child will truly understand and have the amazing experience I had at 11:30 this morning! If your a child of a single parent or divorced family you will be touched by this film Spike Jonze did a phenomenal job bringing to life Maurice Sendak's children's book. Go see this but bring a tissue!