Where the Wild Things Are

Last night I saw Where the Wild Things Are and I thought it was brilliant. Being someone who appreciates all aspects of film I was in awe. Not only was this story one that we are all familiar with but it was presented to us all in such visual glamour. How can you not fall in love with Max (the character as well as the actor) as he heroically takes charge of his fears and lets his ambitious imagination take him beyond reality. A reality we all can understand. When it seemed our youth wasn't strong enough to make a change or be heard. When it seemed like the world around us had all the control and just wouldn't listen. We all used to be "wild things" when we were young. Watching this film brought me back to how wonderful it used to feel to be a child and let it all go.

Talking to a few people I have come across some bad reviews and it makes me sad. I heard it was boring, they say. Well, the movie is for kids! What did people expect? A blockbuster with monsters destroying the world. Please, we get enough of that repetitive bullshit in the cinema. This film was beautiful and real. The emotion that was captured on camera was amazing. The characters were fun, creative and uniquely portrayed. The voice overs were great as well, not to mention, the soundtrack. The Yeah Yeah Yeah's were a perfect choice. I was 100% satisfied with the result of this project and if you didn't feel the same than all I can say is... that sucks for you. You really missed out on an adventure.

If you are a fan of the story, like I am, you probably couldn't wait for the film to come out. When I saw the trailer I got so excited. Danny and I both. I was also happy and relieved that Spike Jonze was directing it. Being that I am huge fan of his I knew he would knock it out of the park. It wasn't crazy or overdone. It was just perfect. Thank God the characters were in costumes and not digital reproductions. It made all the difference. Technology is great and all but every once in awhile its nice to throw in a theatrical flair that is missing so much in films today. I have to say it was a fascinating journey back in time that I will hold onto forever.

You can view the trailer and read more about the film on its website: Where the Wild Things Are