Disappointed. Hated it. Vis Effects were great...Vis Effects does not equal a good film. Did not live up to the Marketed hype and missed the mark. Incredibly depressing. Watched five episodes of Deadwood to get over it.

a good movie but diffrent to the book funny and a bit of a laugh

I couldn't have put it better myself. I wanted to like the movie and it was so barren I couldn't.

Ok I could see it was in the same vein as the book, yes very clever... but here is what the real critics said ( the kids ).. 8 yr old: it was weird 11 yr old: it was sad 13 yr old: it was crap

I would recommend not taking kids under 8 anyway..

In parts it did feel a little bare, maybe lacking substance, but what I loved about this film was its success in provoking emotion and communication of Max's world to those that have forgotten what it is like to be a kid (I'm one of them...). Some scenes were extraordinarily moving, and its ability to have you go from happy to sad was really something; I haven't felt this involved whilst watching a film probably...ever. Great movie, best I've seen all year.

The book was uplifting and heartwarming. The movie is typically heavy on hollywood special effects and forgot the point e.g. married it to woody allenish psychobabble pap. Depressing as hell. Not fit for children. Not fit for adults. No wonder teens want vampire movies, I'm with them! This was sh*t

haha you obviously dont have much going on up there... as Superorangeboy #11 said, perhaps you should stick to teletubbies, or if you are feeling adventurous you could hire out a series of barney and friends.

I grew up with this book & to be honest when I saw there was a movie coming out I though oh god whats the bet the movie will sux & won't be true to the book.

Well I went to see it anyway as I did love the book & wanted to see & give my opinion on the movie, I was quite pleased, I thought the director did a wonderful job & was quite true to the book, not very often you get that, I think this reviewer has given a great review about the movie

But in my opinion I don't think many guys & some children will like the movie much.

I adored this movie.

I think that Spike Jonze's movie has stayed true to the very essence of the book, something which rarely happens these days. It's layered in meaning, and beautifully told. Each monster's personality (in particular Carol) display traits of Max's emotions, which all children (& adults) can relate to.

Like the book - the movie uses minimal dialogue and takes you on a visual and emotional journey. One of the quotes that stood out is 'Being a family isn't easy' (or words to that effect.)

To the people who didn't 'get' the movie and are trashing it - I suggest you stick to the Teletubbies for your future enjoyment to avoid being disappointed.

I took my 10 year old to see it, like the reviewer, I was hoping Spike Jonez didn't ruin it. My kid and I both loved it. Great for talking about emotions and consequenses, but also just a fun movie with some very funny bits.