Tell them anything you want: A portrait of Maurice Sendak
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Synopsis
A loving look at one of the most cherished and controversial figures in children's literature, Maurice Sendak. In this deeply moving tribute, spend time with the man who spoke to children through his stories and illustrations in a way no one else could.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Spike Jonze, Lance Bangs
- Original Title
- Tell them anything you want: A portrait of Maurice Sendak
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 41m
- Production Studios
- 66 Productions, Outside Productions, Isotope Films, Oscilloscope
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Spike Jonze, Lance Bangs
Jeff Buchanan
Allison Sarofim, Vincent Landay, Hunter Hill, Warren Dern, Perry Moore
Department Leadership Roster
Spike Jonze
Director
Lance Bangs
Director
Allison Sarofim
Producer
Vincent Landay
Producer
Hunter Hill
Producer
Perry Moore
Producer
Jeff Buchanan
Editor
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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What is Tell them anything you want: A portrait of Maurice Sendak about?
A loving look at one of the most cherished and controversial figures in children's literature, Maurice Sendak. In this deeply moving tribute, spend time with the man who spoke to children through his stories and illustrations in a way no one else could.
Who directed Tell them anything you want: A portrait of Maurice Sendak?
Tell them anything you want: A portrait of Maurice Sendak was directed by Spike Jonze, Lance Bangs.
Who stars in Tell them anything you want: A portrait of Maurice Sendak?
The principal cast of Tell them anything you want: A portrait of Maurice Sendak includes Maurice Sendak, Spike Jonze, Lance Bangs, Lynn Caponera, Catherine Keener.
When was Tell them anything you want: A portrait of Maurice Sendak released and how long is it?
Tell them anything you want: A portrait of Maurice Sendak was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 41m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Tell them anything you want: A portrait of Maurice Sendak?
Tell them anything you want: A portrait of Maurice Sendak holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).