Well shot and well acted.......but overlong and its principle character was a fool.

Rating: 3/10 (9 December 2009)

Where do I start with this movie. Firstly I was overwhelmed by the praise this movie got on release. I went into it knowing little about Mc Candless and when the movie had finished I wasn't sure why I should know or want to know who he was. I cant understand how this man is an inspiration for anyone, he was clearly a selfish person who cared for nothing other than his way. There was nothing really to like about him he started off coming across as a spoilt teenager and continued to be that way throughout the duration of the film. We get some very good acting from all involved its just a shame that its all wasted telling the story of a person who really made no contribution to anyone or anything. That said the cinematography was amazing and the music was pretty good at times although I expected a little more from Vedder if im honest. Sean Penn is a pretty good director but I think maybe i just couldn't connect with the subject matter. I found the experience, frustrating and dull peppered with some nice images, but on the whole its 2hrs I would like back.