Music video turned film director Spike Jonze is looking for a kid to cast as the lead in his new film.
The book tells the story of Max, who is sent to bed without supper. In his room, a mysterious, wild forest grows out of his imagination, and Max takes a journey to the land of the Wild Things. They are fearsome-looking monsters, but Max conquers them with a scary look and he is made the King of the Wild Things.
The casting director is looking for the following requirements: Ideally, a sensitive, loving smart dark haired 8 year old with a sense of humor. He must be playful, rambunctious, mischievous, very creative but also very active.
"Basically, he needs to be "all boy," just as Max is in the book," says the casting notice. "He should be natural -- unself-conscious, not too actorly."
Do you know a child who might have what it takes? Send an e-mail to Justine Baddeley and Kim Davis.
The movie features the talent of Michael Berry Jr., Paul Dano, Benicio Del Toro, Catherine Keener, Tom Noonan, Catherine O'Hara, Forest Whitaker and Michelle Williams.
Spike Jonze made his name in the world of music videos, having directed for such artists as R.E.M., Björk, Beastie Boys, Weezer, Fatboy Slim, Sonic Youth, P. Diddy, The Notorious B.I.G., Mike Watt, Dinosaur Jr., Daft Punk, The Chemical Brothers, The Breeders. He made his feature film debut in 1999 with the oscar nominated Being John Malkovich. His 2002 follow-up Adaptation. was even more acclaimed.
The finished film is due to hit the big screen in May 2008.