Is Hollywood trying to create a whole generation of manic-depressive children?
If so, theyre doing a pretty damn good job of it.
At any point, if the Wild Things dont seem completely real, the magic is blown.
Theyre crucial to the movie, and Spike Jonze absolutely nails them perfectly.
One issue with the movie is that it bogs down in the middle.
Its pretty padding, but could still be cut and the story would have been more effective.
It will undoubtedly cause a lot of parent/child talks, which is probably a good thing.
Its just so morose and distressing.
US correspondent Ron Hogan will now check himself into the mental institution for a little cheering up.
Find more by Ron at his blog,Subtle Bluntnessand daily atShaktronicsandPopFi.
Rating:
4 out of 5
