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Watch Maurice Sendak Eviscerate Newt Gingrich on 'Colbert' (Video) 2 weeks ago

A few things you may not have known about Maurice Sendak before the beloved author's death Tuesday at 83: He was openly gay, at least...

By Tim Molloy

Maurice Sendak, 'Where the Wild Things Are' Creator, Dies at 83

May 8, 2012 By Tim Molloy 2 weeks ago

Melancholy children's classic inspired 2009 Spike Jonze film

Oscilloscope Labs to Release Sendak Doc on DVD

February 9, 2010 By Wrap Staff 2 years ago

Spike Jonze and Lance Bangs directed portrait of author of "Where the Wild Things Are"

Eno, Karen O, Burnett Not Eligible in Oscar Score Category

January 4, 2010 By Steve Pond 2 years ago

“Where the Wild Things Are” disqualified, “The Lovely Bones” and “Crazy Heart” not submitted

Holy Hangover! For Warner, a Record-Breaking Year

December 21, 2009 By Daniel Frankel 2 years ago

In 2009, the studio became the first ever to surpass the $2 billion mark domestically

TheWrap's Save-Your-Butt Gift Guide

December 20, 2009 By Wrap Staff 2 years ago

Last-minute ideas for the Hollywood insider who has everything

Good Morning, Oscar: December 15

December 15, 2009 By Steve Pond 2 years ago

More critics awards, because we know you haven’t had enough of them yet

'Paranormal' Cuts 'Saw' to $14.8M at Frightful B.O.

October 24, 2009 By Daniel Frankel 2 years ago

'Astro Boy,' 'Vampire's Assistant,' 'Wild Things' all disappoint.

B.O. Preview: Gore, Ghosts and Other Wild Things

October 22, 2009 By Daniel Frankel 2 years ago

"Paranormal Activity" may saw into ticket sales for the sixth installment of Lionsgate's Jigsaw series.

The Oscar Verdict on 'Wild Things,' 'Mr. Fox'

October 19, 2009 By Steve Pond 2 years ago

A pair of grown-up directors tackle a pair of children's classics, with mixed results.

'Wild' Weekend at Box Office May Be October Record

October 18, 2009 By Daniel Frankel 2 years ago

Jonze movie lures broad audience to tune of $32.5 mil; "Law Abiding Citizen," "The Stepfather" also open better than expected.

Wknd B.O.: 'Wild Things' Devours $32.5M; 'Law' Nabs $21.3M

October 17, 2009 By Daniel Frankel 2 years ago

Spike Jonze adaptation, Jamie Foxx thriller lead flurry of over-performers; expansion pays off for "Paranormal."

B.O. Preview: 'Wild Things' Could Scare Up Over $30M

October 15, 2009 By Daniel Frankel 2 years ago

Paramount steps up its "Paranormal Activity" to 760 locations.

Ester's Weekly 'Wrap': Lesbian Kisses & 'Southland'

October 15, 2009 By Ester Goldberg 2 years ago

Catch up on all the top schmooze, as Ester gives her own outrageous take on the week at TheWrap.

Why 'Wild Things' = 'Wild Bunch' (Commentary)

October 15, 2009 By Desson Thomson 2 years ago

Both understand that society is constantly caught in a dialogue between its human and animal side.

Where's the 'Wild Things' Audience? (updated)

October 14, 2009 By Hillary Atkin 2 years ago

The film opens Friday, and it's still not clear if it's for kids, adults or hip adolescents.

Movie Kiddie Fare: Dead Puppies, Flying Monkeys?

October 14, 2009 By Brent Lang 2 years ago

"Where the Wild Things Are" isn't the first film that turned out scarier than the book it's based on.

And the Oscar Has Been Hijacked by ... HBO!

October 13, 2009 By Steve Pond 2 years ago

After ruling the Emmys for years, the network has stealthily used Oscar rules to become a major player in the documentary races.

Good Morning, Oscar: October 12

October 12, 2009 By Steve Pond 2 years ago

Spike Jonze’s Wild Things come under critical scrutiny, Jarvis Cocker serenades Mr. Fox, and the Coens go home.

Tween Kids Books = B.O. Gold

September 16, 2009 By Naomi Serviss 2 years ago

With "Meatballs," someone at the studios is finally getting the message.

At Last, a Spooky as Hell Kids' Movie

September 9, 2009 By Naomi Serviss 2 years ago

"Where the Wild Things Are," not your typical “Sleeping Beauty” or even “Shrek" -- but why did it take so long?