Wild
Wild

Wild

2014Movie115 minEnglish

A woman with a tragic past decides to start her new life by hiking for one thousand miles on the Pacific Crest Trail.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Metacritic76
Google Users83%
Director: Jean-Marc ValléeGenres: Adventure, Biography, Drama

Plot Summary

After the death of her mother and the collapse of her marriage, Cheryl Strayed impulsively decides to hike more than a thousand miles of the Pacific Crest Trail alone. With no previous backpacking experience, she sets out to challenge herself and confront her demons on a journey that will lead her to discover her inner strength and ultimately heal her life. The film chronicles her arduous trek, her encounters with fellow hikers, and her powerful reflections on her past.

Critical Reception

Wild received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for Reese Witherspoon's performance, which was hailed as a career-defining role. The film was praised for its emotional depth, stunning cinematography, and its raw portrayal of grief, resilience, and self-discovery. It resonated with audiences for its inspiring story of overcoming personal tragedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Reese Witherspoon delivers a powerful and nuanced performance that anchors the film.
  • The film's stunning visuals capture the beauty and brutality of the wilderness.
  • A deeply moving and inspiring story of resilience and self-discovery.

Google audience: Audiences largely praised the film for its inspirational story and Reese Witherspoon's compelling performance. Many found the journey of overcoming personal struggles relatable and motivating, with viewers appreciating the film's honest portrayal of emotional pain and eventual healing.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for two Academy Awards: Best Actress for Reese Witherspoon and Best Supporting Actress for Laura Dern. Reese Witherspoon also received nominations for a Golden Globe, Screen Actors Guild Award, and Critics' Choice Movie Award.

Fun Fact

Reese Witherspoon actually trained for the role and lost weight, but during filming, she often ate a lot of trail mix and energy bars to better portray Cheryl Strayed's grueling hike.

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Narate

Narate

"_I'm lonelier in my real life than I am out here. I miss my friends, of course, but it's not as if I have anybody waiting for me at home._" Hadn't watched this yet because people have told me they didn't think it was good but I didn't r...
Reno

Reno

> Return to where we've come from to revive our life. Ever since the movie 'Dallas Buyers Club' grabbed the three golden statues at the Oscars, the director has been in the spotlight. But I was enjoying his movies before that and yet thi...