Apple TVWhere the Wild Things Are (1975)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.5
Overview
A young boy named Max who, after dressing in his wolf costume, wreaks such havoc through his household that he is sent to bed without his supper. Max's bedroom undergoes a mysterious transformation into a jungle environment, and he winds up sailing to an island inhabited by malicious beasts known as the "Wild Things." After successfully intimidating the creatures, Max is hailed as the king of the Wild Things and enjoys a playful romp with his subjects. However, he starts to feel lonely and decides to return home, to the Wild Things' dismay. Upon returning to his bedroom, Max discovers a hot supper waiting for him.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Overview
A young boy named Max who, after dressing in his wolf costume, wreaks such havoc through his household that he is sent to bed without his supper. Max's bedroom undergoes a mysterious transformation into a jungle environment, and he winds up sailing to an island inhabited by malicious beasts known as the "Wild Things." After successfully intimidating the creatures, Max is hailed as the king of the Wild Things and enjoys a playful romp with his subjects. However, he starts to feel lonely and decides to return home, to the Wild Things' dismay. Upon returning to his bedroom, Max discovers a hot supper waiting for him.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film's central narrative explores universal childhood themes of imagination, emotional regulation, and the comfort of home, without engaging with specific political ideologies or societal critiques, leading to a neutral rating.
This animated short film, a direct adaptation of its source material, features traditional casting without explicit DEI-driven choices. The narrative centers on a child's imaginative journey, presenting universal themes without critiquing traditional identities or incorporating explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
This animated short film, based on Maurice Sendak's book, focuses on a young boy's imaginative journey. It does not include any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters, themes, or plot points. Therefore, there is no portrayal to evaluate within the scope of LGBTQ+ representation.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The 1975 animated film adapts Maurice Sendak's book. The main character, Max, remains male. The Wild Things' genders were not explicitly defined in the source material, so no gender swap occurs.
The 1975 animated film adapts Maurice Sendak's book. The main character, Max, is depicted consistently with the source material's portrayal of a white child. The Wild Things are non-human creatures, and their depiction does not involve a race swap.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
6.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.9
6.1
Critic Ratings
N/A
N/A
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