Review of Where the Wild Things Are (1975) by Anna Q — 21 Feb 2013

There is a nostalgic feeling in this film that makes it magnificent as it runs.

This review of Where the Wild Things Are (1975) was written by Anna Q on 21 Feb 2013.

Where the Wild Things Are has generally received positive reviews.

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