My "Into the Wild" Movie overview & review

Starring  Emile Hirsch, Vince Vaughn, Catherine Keener, Marcia Gay Harden, William Hurt (Mar 4, 2008)
Directors: Sean Penn
Run Time: 148 minutes


In Short:
  The tragically true story of Christopher Johnson McCandless

Summary:
  A recent college grad decides to throw all material possessions away and live his life, "Living His Life". Partly drawn from his own Morals, part from a less than desired upbringing, though genuine in nature. Narrated partly by his sister, she reveals insight into why certain events shaped his life. The movie, mostly however, is shown through the experiences of Chris himself and all the players he encounters who in turn, allow Him to see things just slightly different. 
  Undaunted, He gives the rest of his college fund to charity, and,he takes off exploring the country. Appreciating life like he always wanted. Yet at home, he leaves the rest of his family uncertain of his whereabouts for almost 2 years with no contact whatsoever.
  Living the life of a tramp, and a happy one at that. Actually renaming himself "Alexander Supertramp". Taking in all the experiences,places,people, and scenery. All the while planning his "Big Alaskan adventure!" When that time finally comes, although independent & resourceful, Chris finds ever evolving challenges not anticipated, as his family waits in wonder as to his fate. 
  This is where I have to stop as to not give away the ending if you are not familiar with this true story.

Some small part in all of us wants to just set out, live life, and enjoy all the beautiful things around us.  -RH

When you forgive, you love. And When you love, God's light shines down on you"

If only all of us had the same outlook on life...... What a truly beautiful world this would be. -RH

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My Review:

   This was a Great Movie! 4-stars

   A+ acting. Awesome cinematography that captured both mood and the beautiful places he goes. Lessons that we can all learn about Individual Freedom, Family, Friends, Forgiveness, and regret. In Skunk's opinion........ Enjoy every second you have on this beautiful earth to the fullest. That being said........Don't throw caution to the wind.
   Worth Buying! It was a bit long, but I would have watched it twice. Actually, I'm going to have to after the wife reams me for watching it without her. 
   Self Sabotage. I excel at it.

No Truck/Boat Blues.

 Unfortunately, My Trusty boat of 5 years had to get sold. It was sold to a good friend who has private lake access & I can still use it whenever I want. Besides, How do I transport it after I smashed my truck (IDIOT!) We could use the money right now anyway. Having running water is a little more important than fishing at this point. 
  Bought myself a consolation gift however (why do I always do that?). Just a Zippo but, when I see it, I'll always remember the good times with good friends, family, and of course the fish. I can always get another one........ Still. I enjoyed it. 

  I still have WADERS! FISH ON!

This was my biggest catch off her. 5.5lbs

 

Well, Another 4th of July Over.

  Had a great time & grub W/ Todd, Cammi, Zoey, and Ava. Topped off with fireworks & more friends at Ro's House. Truly Blessed despite current circumstances. 
  Wifey's got another migraine so I'm sure her day was just so so. She's on me to do what I'm suppose to do something, but gets mad when I offer a solution like GET YOUR DAMN WISDOM TEETH OUT ALREADY! It's Been Years & she's scared. No better time than when you have insurance though. That's why I got my neck surgery when I did. Had a feeling I was coming back to no job. However, not before I was back from sick leave. Oh well. The past is the past. To the Future! 
  Gotta get some Ideas I've had rattlin' around my head that I need to put into practice. For Now. You're the Bomb For caring.


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