Review of Where the Wild Things Are (1975) by Nicolas M — 25 Aug 2012

I can remember how I used to love this story at bedtime, the nostalgia conquered me.

This review of Where the Wild Things Are (1975) was written by Nicolas M on 25 Aug 2012.

Where the Wild Things Are has generally received positive reviews.

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I only saw part of it and did not enjoy this movie I was bored with it. I like the book better not the movie…

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