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Wild (2014)
If You Read The Book You Will Be Excited. If You Didn't, It May Seem Dull, Although Some Say Otherwise
I write this review because the first two reviews are done by Film snobs that never read the book.
The movie takes place in 1995 and the film style shows that. It seems raw and almost amateur, but in fact its true to the film style of this time. My only criticism is that the movie relies heavily on the astuteness of the audience as it moves fast and touches lightly on numerous important details. I imagine that is why the other reviewers are stuck on the sexual flash backs and the fox.
This is a true story that was turned into a novel 17 years later (Yes, it is true REI did in fact replace the boots Cheryl Strayed bought there for free. And Cheryl Strayed is eternally grateful for this fact). Less than two years later, Nick Hornby (novelist turned screen writer) turned this book into a screenplay and he did a good job. It is exciting to see a true story told so accurately. Seriously. There is so much truth translated so well into a moving picture. It is an exciting puzzle piece to watch. There are complaints of the flashbacks. But there are flashbacks for a reason. When a person walks 1,100 miles, they think. And that is what this movie does... shows you her inner thoughts, memories, plans, and her goal... to become the woman her mother raised her to be. The movie shows you the woman and girl she once was, and pulls you next to her through the middle part, before she accomplishes her goal
A note, I would think that less 'from behind' style sex flashbacks would be better because she was not being raped. She was horny, and sad, and horny, and wanted to feel good and forget terrible experiences like so many men and women out there. By using doggie style sex in so many flashbacks too many audiences will attribute that to an unneeded message in this movie.
But to the main point... will you enjoy this film? Like many tales of personal triumph, you have to be in the mood and mind. Are you lost? Do you hike? Are you a Witherspoon fan? Did you read the book? Do you aspire to any of these things that I have listed? If yes, you will love this movie. If you answered no to all these questions, skip this movie.
The Dalton Girls (1957)
loved it
I have issues with watching old movies, particularly black and white films. The editing, the dialogue, the acting, the plot...etc. I have been trained by modern society too well, it sucks. And I feel bad about it, not enjoying old movies the way I should. Which brings me to the dalton girls. Loved it. It was ahead of its time in so many ways. The plot, the characters, even some of the dialogue. And the lead male was HOT, which is often not true in older movies and yes I am looking at you Humphrey Bogart and Fred Astaire. It was so fast paced compared to other movies at the time and fun and real. I only got annoyed once! So I am tired of hearing this "B-movie" attack on this movie. I am impressed. I wasn't even planning on watching this film. I just came home form drinking one night and found it on...and it takes a lot to grab my attention after i have been drinking. Cheers dalton ladies!