Rating of
3.5/4
A Journey Worth Taking
Unknown - wrote on 12/30/14
'Wild' is an intimate portrait of one woman's thousand mile journey. Not only do we watch our first-time hiker struggle with the elements, but we also see the hardships she endured in life before through flashbacks. It all culminates in a terrible plateau brought on by wrong choices after personal loss. A great emotional connection is reached when witnessing her low times. I was more than ready to accept her willingness and determination, from learning her past. It gave me strong investment in the journey. The excellent direction creates a shared experience of hiking along side her. The whole film is emotionally fulfilling because of this and more so for WItherspoon's immersive performance. It might just make you feel more confident about overcoming the struggles in your life.
