"Looks like a Bob!"
For Warner Brothers, this must have been like a re-run of the Gremlins experience for them; the studio was expecting a nice, fluffy easily-marketable film for the kiddies, and instead got a frequently dark, occasionally distressing and often emotionally-confusing viewing experience. However, like Gremlins, Where The Wild Things Are is a delightful yet challenging film. It is clear from the very opening that this is not going to be an easy ride, as the emotional shifts are sudden and jarring, presumably intended to reflect a child's experience of the adult world. The move from the real world to Max's imaginary land is surprisingly seamless and credible, enahnced by the superb creature creations using physical costume and CGI-enhanced facial features. As Max is pronounced King and has to take the adult role for his child-like new friends, the weight of responsibilty and the narrative trajectories of the creatures' characters provide truly fascinating and engaging viewing, as well as food for thought. Young Max Records is surprisingly fresh and authentic in the lead role, with only a couple of moments failing to convince. Where The Wild Things Are is a very different, almost unique, movie, rather like its director who held out to create a very deliberate, demanding and successful film.
For Warner Brothers, this must have been like a re-run of the Gremlins experience for them; the studio was expecting a nice, fluffy easily-marketable film for the kiddies, and instead got a frequently dark, occasionally distressing and often emotionally-confusing viewing experience. However, like Gremlins, Where The Wild Things Are is a delightful yet challenging film. It is clear from the very opening that this is not going to be an easy ride, as the emotional shifts are sudden and jarring, presumably intended to reflect a child's experience of the adult world. The move from the real world to Max's imaginary land is surprisingly seamless and credible, enahnced by the superb creature creations using physical costume and CGI-enhanced facial features. As Max is pronounced King and has to take the adult role for his child-like new friends, the weight of responsibilty and the narrative trajectories of the creatures' characters provide truly fascinating and engaging viewing, as well as food for thought. Young Max Records is surprisingly fresh and authentic in the lead role, with only a couple of moments failing to convince. Where The Wild Things Are is a very different, almost unique, movie, rather like its director who held out to create a very deliberate, demanding and successful film.
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