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Where the Wild Things Are is a 1963 children's picture book written and illustrated by American writer and illustrator Maurice Sendak, originally published in hardcover by Harper & Row. The book has been adapted into other media several times, including an animated short film in 1973 (with an updated version in 1988); a 1980 opera ; and a live ...
- Maurice Sendak, Claudia Schmölders
- 1963
Oct 16, 2009 · A 2009 adventure drama film based on Maurice Sendak's children's book, directed by Spike Jonze and starring Max Records. Max runs away from home and sails to an island of wild creatures who make him their king.
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- Adventure, Drama, Family
- Spike Jonze
- 2009-10-16
Where the Wild Things Are is a 2009 fantasy adventure drama film directed by Spike Jonze. Written by Jonze and Dave Eggers, it is based on Maurice Sendak 's 1963 children's book of the same name. It combines live-action, performers in costumes, animatronics, and computer-generated imagery (CGI).
May 16, 2024 · On the Web: BBC - Where the Wild Things Are: The greatest children's book ever (May 16, 2024) Where the Wild Things Are, illustrated children’s book by American writer and artist Maurice Sendak, published in 1963. The work was considered groundbreaking for its honest treatment of children’s emotions, especially anger, and it won the 1964 ...
Jan 1, 1984 · Where the Wild Things Are. Paperback – Picture Book, January 1, 1984. by Maurice Sendak (Author, Illustrator) 4.9 35,498 ratings. Teachers' pick. See all formats and editions. Maurice Sendak's Caldecott Medal-winning picture book has become one of the most highly acclaimed and best-loved children's books of all time.
- (35.5K)
- Harpercollins
- $5
4.25. 1,007,960 ratings13,984 reviews. Max, a wild and naughty boy, is sent to bed without his supper by his exhausted mother. In his room, he imagines sailing far away to a land of Wild Things. Instead of eating him, the Wild Things make Max their king.
Oct 16, 2009 · A film adaptation of the classic children's book by Spike Jonze, starring Max Records as a rebellious boy who runs away to a land of wild creatures. Read critics' reviews, watch the trailer, and find out where to rent or buy the movie online.
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- Kids & Family, Fantasy, Adventure
- PG
