What a treat to watch a movie set in England and talking to the real concerns of 50 somethings.
Having done many walks in groups, this film captures well the roles that people tend to play along the way. I saw myself in each of the four roles depicted. The unfolding story also showed a real understanding of how the dynamics change when you are doing a long distance walk.
As an added bonus, anyone who has walked in the Lakes, Dales etc will have fun spotting the places they have been to.
A really powerful part of the film for me was the relationship between Gordon and his son (the cameraman). The camera was the unseen centrepiece of the film and the audience were skilfully reminded every now and then that it was there; looking. The highlight of the film is when the Dad (who's financial affairs are falling apart) is challenged by the heavy drinking, loads o' money, 'free spirit' and the son intervenes on Dad's behalf.
Interesting that the poor reviews given by some of the newspapers are from those of an age (30's) who it probably wouldn't speak to.
A must see film for those over 45 or with parents of that age.
Having done many walks in groups, this film captures well the roles that people tend to play along the way. I saw myself in each of the four roles depicted. The unfolding story also showed a real understanding of how the dynamics change when you are doing a long distance walk.
As an added bonus, anyone who has walked in the Lakes, Dales etc will have fun spotting the places they have been to.
A really powerful part of the film for me was the relationship between Gordon and his son (the cameraman). The camera was the unseen centrepiece of the film and the audience were skilfully reminded every now and then that it was there; looking. The highlight of the film is when the Dad (who's financial affairs are falling apart) is challenged by the heavy drinking, loads o' money, 'free spirit' and the son intervenes on Dad's behalf.
Interesting that the poor reviews given by some of the newspapers are from those of an age (30's) who it probably wouldn't speak to.
A must see film for those over 45 or with parents of that age.
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