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Into the Wild

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: 🟡 65/100
Total warning time: 1m 25s
Sex/Nudity: 🟡 30/100 (13s)
  • 🟡 40/100 [00:45:22 - 00:45:30] Brief scene with partial nudity as characters skinny dip.
  • 🟢 20/100 [01:12:15 - 01:12:20] Implied sexual activity but nothing explicit shown.
Drug Use: 🔴 70/100 (35s)
  • 🟡 60/100 [00:30:10 - 00:30:30] Characters smoke marijuana.
  • 🔴 80/100 [01:05:45 - 01:06:00] Main character is shown drinking alcohol excessively.
Violence: 🟡 50/100 (30s)
  • 🟡 30/100 [00:55:20 - 00:55:35] Verbal altercation between characters.
  • 🔴 70/100 [01:40:10 - 01:40:25] Graphic scene of hunting and skinning an animal.
Strong Language: 🟡 60/100 (7s)
  • 🔴 80/100 [00:15:30 - 00:15:32] Use of the word 'f***'.
  • 🟡 40/100 [00:40:15 - 00:40:20] Multiple instances of mild profanity.
Into the Wild

Details for Into the Wild (2007)

Year: 2007
Certificate: R
Into the Wild Runtime: 148 min
Genre: Adventure, Biography, Drama
IMDB: 8.1
Meta Score: 73
Votes: 572921
Gross: 18,354,356
Director: Sean Penn
Cast Stars: Emile Hirsch, Vince Vaughn, Catherine Keener, Marcia Gay Harden

Overview of Into the Wild:

After graduating from Emory University, 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. Along the way, Christopher encounters a series of characters that shape his life.

What is the plot of 'Into the Wild' (2007)?

'Into the Wild' is based on the true story of Christopher McCandless, a young man who graduates from college, donates his savings to charity, and embarks on a journey across North America to live in the Alaskan wilderness. The film explores his adventures, the people he meets along the way, and his ultimate quest for freedom and self-discovery.

Who directed 'Into the Wild' (2007)?

The movie was directed by Sean Penn, who also wrote the screenplay. It is based on the 1996 non-fiction book of the same name by Jon Krakauer.

Who plays the lead role of Christopher McCandless in 'Into the Wild'?

Emile Hirsch portrays Christopher McCandless, the central character whose journey forms the core of the film.

What themes are explored in 'Into the Wild'?

The film delves into themes of freedom, self-reliance, the search for meaning, and the conflict between societal expectations and personal fulfillment. It also examines the consequences of idealism and isolation.

Did 'Into the Wild' receive any major awards or nominations?

Yes, 'Into the Wild' was nominated for two Academy Awards: Best Supporting Actor for Hal Holbrook and Best Film Editing. It also won a Golden Globe for Best Original Song for 'Guaranteed' by Eddie Vedder, who composed the film's soundtrack.