The fragile and sensitive little beast is strong in the end

Genesis 2021-12-14 08:01:05

Max's small grievances, Carol's incompatibility and weird temper, it feels like deja vu. Everyone has similar unhappiness in childhood. They will release these self-made obstacles and grievances in some strange ways, and then return to reality, learn to say "sorry", learn to be strong, and continue to grow.
At the end of the movie, Max left the island and set off. Carol finally rushed to see him off with guilt. He didn't need any words. Only the howls one after another on the beach under the sunset released all the accumulated grievances, difficulties and regrets. After that, it still grows.

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Where the Wild Things Are quotes

  • Carol: So, what ever happened with you and the Vikings?

    Max: Well, in the end I had to leave.

    Carol: Why?

    Max: I'm not a Viking or a king, or... or anything.

    Carol: So, what are you?

    Max: I'm Max.

    Carol: [sigh] Well, that's not very much, is it?

    [walks away]

  • Max: Let the wild rumpus start!