This is a fantastically enriching film that will revive the innocence & magic of your childhood. No matter how deep in there they might be buried. I keep reading reviews that say character's didn't evolve & it's just silly. You can tell all the lessons characters (especially Max) are learning EVEN IF THEY DON'T VERBALIZE IT! I think Spike Jonze knew this & was on point. Directing children is one of the hardest things in filmmaking & he did a masterful job. Whoever doesn't like this film is too self involved & just need to let a big HOWL out. This has turned into one of my favorite flicks and I don't even have kids. Come on folks: Let your imagination run WILD!!