The Way is about
a pilgrimage--a journey that is made for moral or spiritual experience.
However, at first the main character, Thomas, does not appear to be walking the
Camino de Santiago for such reasons. In the beginning of the film, he lived a
profound existence as an American doctor who liked his polo t-shirts, golf, and
work. His initial intension was to walk the trail for his son who died trying
to walk it. Thomas’s time was so focused on spreading his son’s ashes, they he
was not fully experiencing his surroundings. Over time it morphed into an experience
for himself. Walking the Camino for oneself is a pertinent component in having
a successful pilgrimage. Thomas’s life became less profane and more sacred
after being in nature, having few earthy possessions at hand, and making true
connections with other human beings. I found the film to be very beautiful and honest
about the human condition. I really connected to the story through Thomas’s
relationships with his fellow pilgrims. Throughout the entire film I was just waiting
for him to confide and friend the people around him because I knew that it
would enrich his life and his experience on the Camino. I personally find that
great friendships make life more colorful and worth every step of the journey
of life.
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