Where the Wild Things Are (2009) News

11/24/09 As anyone who bore witness to The Cat in the Hat can testify, children's book adaptations can be, putting it midly, quite hit or miss. But sometimes, with the right mix of talent, visual effects and strong storytelling, a great film is born of a beloved story.  |  Rotten Tomatoes

11/22/09 It's one of 2009's most anticipated films -- director Spike Jonze's adaptation of Maurice Sendak's kids' classic, Where the Wild Things Are -- and it's almost, at long last, about to arrive in cinemas.  |  Rotten Tomatoes

11/16/09 For years it was common for studios to cross-market a film with a well known performer, but today niche artists are landing more tracks in films and reaping the spoils, especially around award season.  |  Variety

11/12/09 It's more Wes Anderson than Roald Dahl, but there's plenty for kids and adults to dig in "Fantastic Mr. Fox," a gorgeous and witty piece of stop-motion animation from the classic children's book.  |  New York Post - New York NY

11/10/09 Some may find its dark tone and slender narrative off-putting, but Spike Jonze's heartfelt adaptation of the classic children's book is as beautiful as it is uncompromising.  |  Rotten Tomatoes

11/09/09

The actress and "Six Feet Under" star, who most recently offered up her voice to Spike Jonze's "Where the Wild Things Are," will play a jazz show with her band tonight at Joe's Pub.  |  New York Post - New York NY

11/06/09 Some may find its dark tone and slender narrative off-putting, but Spike Jonze's heartfelt adaptation of the classic children's book is as beautiful as it is uncompromising.  |  Rotten Tomatoes

10/29/09 Some may find its dark tone and slender narrative off-putting, but Spike Jonze's heartfelt adaptation of the classic children's book is as beautiful as it is uncompromising.  |  Rotten Tomatoes

10/27/09 Perhaps, like some, you nearly cried in childish delight when you saw the trailer for Where the Wild Things Are earlier this year.  |  USA Today

10/26/09 It has been seven years since filmmaker Spike Jonze released a feature, but now he's suddenly flooding the market with content.  |  MTV Movies Blog