about a free spirited college grad with some beautiful scenery

Rating: 6/10 (16 June 2009)

Personally, I think Chris was crazy to do what he did and also it was very cruel of him not to at least call or write his family so they knew where he was. Shortly after graduating college, Chris decides to give away his money and go on a road trip without telling anyone. His car gets washed out in the desert and from that point he walks everywhere. He lives off the land and gets a little help from others by hitchhiking. He travels everywhere and gets a job driving a tractor to make a little money for his quest to Alaska. He also meets two hippies a couple of times who help him. He breaks this old guy's heart by leaving since he was his only friend. Chris also takes a journey in a kayak all the way to Mexico. He finally ends up in Alaska and stays the winter in the wilderness. When he tries to leave, the river has flooded and he is stuck. Chris meets his demise in the wild due to eating poisonous plants.
He wrote down most of his journeys so that is how his family was able to piece together what he did after leaving them. I thought it was sad for his family since he never called them. He may have been angry with his parents but considering what he did, I don't think he's a sympathetic character.
There was nothing great about the acting. Only the outdoor scenery was about average. Otherwise, not a whole lot happens in the film.
FINAL VERDICT: I guess if you like backpacking and camping, you may find this movie more appealing; however I didn't think it was that great. Not enough of a plot for me.