Into the Wild
Into the heart. Into the soul.
Overview
After graduating from Emory University in 1992, top student and athlete Christopher McCandless abandons his possessions, gives his entire $24,000 savings account to charity, and hitchhikes to Alaska to live in the wilderness.
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
The movie is based on a true story, chronicling the journey of Christopher McCandless who abandoned his privileged upbringing to live off the grid in the Alaska wilderness. The story sparked considerable debate and discussion about McCandless's choices and their consequences, reflecting cultural attitudes towards individualism, self-reliance, and the American dream.
- The compelling performance by Emile Hirsch as Christopher McCandless, the protagonist.
- A thought-provoking exploration of themes like self-discovery, freedom, and the pursuit of an ideal life.
- Beautiful cinematography capturing the raw beauty and harshness of America's wild landscapes.
- Engaging narrative that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.
Fun Facts
- Emile Hirsch actually lost 35 pounds for his role as Christopher McCandless to portray his physical transformation accurately.
- Some scenes were filmed in actual locations where McCandless lived or died, such as the bus in Alaska and the Mexican border.
- The movie's soundtrack features numerous folk songs that were important to McCandless during his journey, contributing to the film's authenticity.
Available Languages
English
US
Title:
"Into the heart. Into the soul."
Deutsch
DE
Title:
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Français
FR
Title:
"Au bout du voyage, oubliez tout…"
Italiano
IT
Title: Into the Wild - Nelle terre selvagge
"Nel cuore. Nell'anima."
Magyar
HU
Title: Út a vadonba
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Nederlands
NL
Title:
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Famous Quotes
"When you want something in life, you just gotta reach out and grab it."
"I read somewhere... how important it is in life not necessarily to be strong... but to feel strong."
"If we admit that human life can be ruled by reason, then all possibility of life is destroyed."
"But when you forgive, you love. And when you love, God's light shines through you."
"...And I also know how important it is in life not necessarily to be strong but to feel strong. To measure yourself at least once. To find yourself at least once in the most ancient of human conditions. Facing the blind death stone alone, with nothing to help you but your hands and your own head"
"Some people feel like they don't deserve love. They walk away quietly into empty spaces, trying to close the gaps of the past."
"Happiness is only real when shared"
Oscar Awards
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Haven't Won A Oscar
Nominations
ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE - 2007
Hal Holbrook
FILM EDITING - 2007
Jay Cassidy
Media
Featurette
Eddie Vedder & Sean Penn: Into The Wild (Charlie Rose, 9/21/2007)
Trailer
Into the Wild (2007) Trailer #1 | Movieclips Classic Trailers
Trailer
Into The Wild - Trailer