MUMBAI: Warner Bros. Pictures and IMAX Corporation have today announced that Where the Wild Things Are, directed by Spike Jonze will simultaneously release in conventional theatres and IMAX(R) theatres on 16 October.

Where the Wild Things Are chronicles the timeless adventures of a young boy's imaginary journey to a land of 'Wild Things' will be digitally re-mastered into the unparalleled image and sound quality of The IMAX Experience(R) with proprietary IMAX DMR(R) technology.

The film is based on a book by Maurice Sendak, winner of the 1964 Caldecott Medal for Most Distinguished Picture Book of the Year', the popular adventure tale that continues to captivate audiences of all ages even after four decades.

"We're excited to provide audiences and fans of such a beloved adventure the chance to experience it in IMAX," said Warner Bros. Pictures President of Domestic Distribution Dan Fellman.

"The imagery and sound in IMAX will help further immerse audiences directly into the land of Wild Things and we look forward to sharing it with them," he added.

"Where the Wild Things Are is an ideal addition to IMAX's film slate,avered IMAX CEO Richard L. Gelfond.

"We see this film as playing to audiences of all ages, and as our network continues to expand, we're pleased to reach more moviegoers than ever before with a classic story told in an unparalleled format," Gelfond adds.