Outside Readings-Chelsea Gilbert

When doing my reseach paper I read many articles and critiques of the new movie Into the Wild. In an article entitled, "Tracing McCandless' journey into the wild" there was much discussion on the movie and the journey itself. Some movie reviewers thought this movie would be one of the greatest of the year. One that would tell the story of all those who walk out into the world to discover a new meaning of life. Others thought it was a stupid movie that depicted the life of a spiritual seeker in the wrong way. They said that Chris McCandless made an ill-prepared mistake that cost him his life. They called him stupid for thinking he would make it out alive and do not see how it could be viewed as a "spiritual" movie or a sacred place. Based on the book and the critiques I read of the movie, I think it depicts a perfect true story of someone's life and joy. I think he made the path for all present day journey seekers and although I have not seen the movie, I am sure it is an excitement to watch, full of adventure and great meaning. I do find where he died to be sacred and I do believe it is a spiritual journey. From reading the critiques, I guess it all depends on how you look at the situation.