Review of Where the Wild Things Are (1975) by Ricky G — 04 Nov 2013

Very odd but is visually nice with lots of childhood nostalgia.

This review of Where the Wild Things Are (1975) was written by Ricky G on 04 Nov 2013.

Where the Wild Things Are has generally received positive reviews.

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