Last night I watched the movie Into the Wild. I'd come across it by accident, but once I'd read about it, I had to see it. It's the true story of a guy who graduates, and his parents have his life mapped out for him. There's also family issues in the background and in his past, which make him unhappy, the only person understanding him is his sister.
Instead of going on to university, he clears his bank account, gives all his money to charity, and goes on the road as a hobo, with his ultimate aim of getting to Alaska. He's searching for some kind if idealised existence, and thinks he's going to find it in the wilds of Alaska.
It's a very touching movie. If you don't find his story moving, then you're probably already dead. There's also a book, and the soundtrack contains songs by Eddie Vedder. Well worth checking out.
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