Hello, my fellow Vitaphiles! Welcome back to the club. Today, I'm going to recommend a movie that is both poetic and philosophical. "Into the Wild" is a movie that has had the biggest influence on my life, inspired by a book of the same name, written by Jon Krakauer. In this blog, I'll be discussing with you why "Into the Wild" is a cinematic masterpiece that resonates deeply with us.

The story of Christopher McCandless, the protagonist begins with a bold declaration of independence. A bright and ambitious student, Christopher graduates and promptly rejects the conventional path. Disillusioned with societal expectations and the monotony of a 9-to-5 job, he makes a radical decision: to donate his entire savings to charity, abandon his car, and embark on a journey with nothing but a backpack and an insatiable thirst for adventure. It was evident that Christopher would break away from his family at some point, but they didn't expect it to be with such characteristic immoderation, and that's the beauty of Christopher.

As Christopher travels the world, he relies on odd jobs to sustain himself. When he was probed about career he says "I think careers are a 20th-century invention, and I don't want one." His journey is a testament to the power of self-discovery. What's striking about Christopher's story is the way he defies expectations. His family anticipates that he'll eventually break free from the constraints of his upbringing, they didn't expect it to be with such characteristic immoderation, and that's what makes his story so captivating.

Once he hits the road, Christopher changes his name to "Alexander Supertramp," with "tramp" referring to a wandering free spirit, always on the move and never settling in one place. The very idea of leaving everything to embark on an adventurous journey may seem stupid and pointless to someone, but believe he did it with utmost clarity and never looked back, there's a lot of inspiration behind his decision. Christopher's love of reading has ignited a passion within him, fueled by the works of literary giants like Leo Tolstoy, Walt Whitman, and Henry David Thoreau. These authors have inspired generations with their writings and philosophical standpoints, and I'm proud to say that the very gist of our club is based on the writings of these prolific writers.

"Rather than love, than money, than faith, than fame, than fairness... give me truth" is a dialogue from the movie, an extract from Leo Tolstoy's works. I bet that pretty much sums up why Christopher broke out. This movie is so full of life that you can't help but fall in love with it, and it will leave you pondering about life for a long time. McCandless's take on life is an inspiration to all truth seekers across the world, and I believe we are similar in that respect. We are like vibrant birds that aren't meant to be caged. Never let the unwavering free spirit in you dwindle. Please take some time to watch this film; as you reach the climax, you'll realize that this movie is both retrospective and undeniably beautiful. His story is a testament to the human spirit's innate desire for freedom and authenticity, and it also sparks a newfound love for travel, which is essential for experiencing life.