An Emotional Story!

Rating: 9/10 (18 January 2009)

Back in middle school, I was assigned the novel this movie is based on and it truly touched me each time I read it. When I saw that the book will be made into a movie, I was delighted. Unfortunately, I had to wait over a year to watch the film. I ended up liking this film, not as much as I wanted to, but still enough.
The story is about Christopher McCandless. He is an unique person who believes that each individual should enjoy personal freedom. After he graduated college, he gave away his life savings and ditched his family to travel to Alaska. Along the way, he met some wonderful people and actually went to Mexico for a little bit. But how will Chris survive Alaska? The cast of this film is absolutely fantastic. Emile Hirsch, Jena Malone, William Hurt, Marcia Gay Harden, Catherine Keener, Kristen Stewart, Vince Vaughn, and Hal Holbrook each gave great, believable performances. I enjoyed the music as well since you hear Eddie Vedder songs throughout the movie. If you enjoy scenery, this movie is for you. The scenery is gorgeous and beautiful.
I give this movie a 9 because some of the movie seemed a little boring. I am not thrashing this film but I couldn't help keeping track of the time. I really enjoyed this film. I rate this movie 9/10.