Into The Wild

This was probably the most highly anticipated movie that I have seen in years.  The first time I ever saw it was last spring, while I was in Italy actually.  I had read the book the previous summer and couldn't wait for it to come out on movie.  I am an outdoors person, so this book really interested me and when it came out on film I was amped.  

So I was in Florence when it came out and couldn't wait to see it when I returned to the States, when I found out a local theater showed English movies once a week... and Into the Wild was one of the features.  So I was in like flint and went and saw it with a few friends.  I don't know if it's just because I'm a sucker for the wilderness, adventure, or just going with the flow, but I WANTED to be Alexander McCandless after I watched the movie.  Obviously not dead, but carefree enough to just go out and live free.  Technically this movie was very simple... it was basically a documentary of McCandless's adventure across the country and up to Alaska.  It's not an action movie, or a love story... it's just powerful, seeing how someone can be so passionate about doing something and going out and doing it.  This movie is probably the most inspirational/influencing film I have ever seen.  I believe my feelings are that way because I can relate in some ways to McCandless's character. 

If you are an outdoorsman, an adventure seeker, or someone who is passionate about something... this movie will not let you down.... I just suggest reading the book first... so you aren't completely taken back at the outcome.