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"happiness only real when shared."
Into the Wild is definitely a story that must be witnessed by all. The wisdom of the world shines through Emile Hirsch's haunting portrayal of Christopher McCandless; this movie, above all, tells a highly profound story. I would not nearly consider myself the adventure-seeking type, but I was so very impressed by the absolutely beautiful natural shots throughout the film and the intertwinement of being one with nature and one with humanity. It is a seemingly long film, but what is amazing about it is that so much is conveyed with very little action... just deep reflection that will be forever embedded in my mind. This is a deeply touching film and I only have the highest respect for Sean Penn when it comes to his work -- his brilliance is evident once again in this film. What an cinematic endeavor, but truly a masterpiece.
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A story well worth the time.
What was going on in the mind of this 24 year old man who threw away a life of financial comfort to test his metal in the unforgiving Alaskan wilderness.
Some say he wanted to push his limits & live a life untouched by civilization with ideals of Thoreau dancing in his head while others offer little sympathy & say he was foolish to walk into the wilderness with almost no supplies. I say both are true & more. Who hasn't made, in hindsight, foolhardy decisions we wish we could change. McCandless was a real person who can't be boiled down into a pigeon hole. Perhaps that's part of the facination with his story. He followed his heart and in the end still was able to say he had had a good life.
This movie, filmed on location in the many locations McCandless traveled in his two year adventure, shows how a combination of factors while growing up can force upon a person the obsessive need for a spiritual rebirth. A need to purge ones former illusion of self and start from scratch.
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Best Movie "07"
I loved this move ,,,,what freedom he had. Youth was his drive and his demise
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Written February 18, 2008
RE: INTO THE WILD
A BEAUTIFUL RIDE INTO THE WILD. THE ACTING HITS YOUR CORE--WILLIAM HURT-AWESOME.
BRILLANT---SEAN PENN, Emile Hirsch ----RAW TALENT.
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A Must See
I didn't read the book and I didn't know a lot about the movie, but I loved it! Makes me want to break free from society's chains and wander off on my own.
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When passion and purpose commute as driving force.
Have you ever explored in your mind what would've happened if you actually run away from your family? This movie tells the story of one young, brave and smart man who actually dared to abandon all culturally conventional ties despite intrinsic and fundamental attachments. He traveled America and met people whose ordinary life provided a wealth of knowledge that gave him the power to search within himself the drive to accomplish his ultimate goal: to live detached from society in wild Alaska. I highly recommend this film for its incredible photography and moving performance.
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Into The Wild
What a fantastic film. I am ordering it so I own it. I can not wait to purchase the book.
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