Review of Where the Wild Things Are (1975) by Anthony B — 03 Jan 2012

I dunno if I like it or not. I fell asleep both times I tried to watch it.

This review of Where the Wild Things Are (1975) was written by Anthony B on 03 Jan 2012.

Where the Wild Things Are has generally received positive reviews.

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