The movie is such a significantly different interpretation of the book that Sendak's story stands tall still. Still, it was a gorgeous film and I appreciated all of the details (especially the soundtrack) that contributed to the movie's sense of childhood whimsy. While Max's first night in the land of the Wild Things comes close to capturing the warmth and closeness of the book, his following days give way to coldness and inanity. But rather than be drawn in, no matter how badly I wanted it to happen, I never felt much of an emotional connection with either Max (who seemed a great candidate for Ritalin) or any of the Wild Things. I thought the characters of the monsters were representative of a lot of the fears, tribulations and uncertainties we face as adults. I was certain it would be an emotional ride - and to an extent, it was. The trailers for Where the Wild Things Are had me prepared to be whisked away with nostalgia and feel-good sentiment. I love Maurice Sendak's book and truly adore the videos and movies that Spike Jonze has been involved with. I did, but not as much as I would have without my kids. Here’s a quick spoiler-free rundown of what you should know before going. I was able to catch an early Friday evening show for Where the Wild Things Are with my three kids.
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