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“Where The Wild Things Are we were asking a lot of a 9-year-old kid. We were asking a lot of any actor.”

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Spike Jonze, born Adam Spiegel, is an American director, screenwriter, producer, and music video director. He is known for his unique film style and profound insights into social issues. Jonze's career began in the music video domain, and he later transitioned to film, gaining international recognition with his works such as 'Being John Malkovich' and 'Her'. more

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