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Where the Wild Things Are (2009)

"There's one in all of us."

6.520091h 41mEN
FantasyDramaAdventureFamily

Directed by Spike Jonze

Rating

6.5/10

Runtime

1h 41m

Language

EN

Release

October 16, 2009

Director

Spike Jonze

Official Trailer

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Overview

Max imagines running away from his mom and sailing to a far-off land where large talking beasts—Ira, Carol, Douglas, the Bull, Judith and Alexander—crown him as their king, play rumpus, build forts and discover secret hideaways.

Cast

Max Records

Max Records

Max

Catherine Keener

Catherine Keener

Mom

James Gandolfini

James Gandolfini

Carol (voice)

Lauren Ambrose

Lauren Ambrose

KW (voice)

Catherine O'Hara

Catherine O'Hara

Judith (voice)

Forest Whitaker

Forest Whitaker

Ira (voice)

Chris Cooper

Chris Cooper

Douglas (voice)

Paul Dano

Paul Dano

Alexander (voice)

Spike Jonze

Spike Jonze

Bob (voice) / Terry (voice)

Pepita Emmerichs

Pepita Emmerichs

Claire

Mark Ruffalo

Mark Ruffalo

The Boyfriend

Max Pfeifer

Max Pfeifer

Claire's Friend

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Where the Wild Things Are (2009), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Max imagines running away from his mom and sailing to a far-off land where large talking beasts—Ira, Carol, Douglas, the Bull, Judith and Alexander—crown him as their king, play rumpus, build forts and discover secret hideaways.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Where the Wild Things Are. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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