Into The Wild

What a masterpiece. Sean Penn is a genius. While you may not approve of the message, the ending, the skin or the language of this movie, you will most likely have to admit it is well-written and well told. It was not what I expected, and yet much more than I had hoped for.

Emile Hirsch does his best work to date, but raises my expectations for future work from him. Powerful acting is a gift. Please use it wisely. May you be as wise as this character.

This movie communicates some very strong messages. Many are a commentary on American society. You may, or may not, want to hear everything this young scholar has rumbling around in his head. But the story is very compelling.

If you like to do your travel and tourism via your TV, this movie will take you to many places in the US you might not otherwise see. The main character does a fantastic walk-about across America and gains wisdom and dept in the process.

At one very critical moment in the film, Hirsch's character pens the entire point of the movie. It has taken him 2 years and many bumps and bruises, both physical and emotional. Happiness is only real with it's shared.

Don't watch this movie with an animal rights activist. Don't eat dinner while watching the second half of this movie.

But, do watch it with someone who will enjoy the message, the scenery, and the wonderful Eddie Vedder soundtrack.