The Way (by Emilio Estevez), a must-see film
“You don't choose a life dad, you live one.”
I'm going to disregard the fact that I love hiking, dig the group Coldplay, enjoy all food and drink in Europe, and last but not least, have a 25-year old son. Why? Because even if I put all that aside, I would still love to own and see this movie over and over and over again. If you possess even an iota of compassion and can skip the goofy comedy or chick flick for a spell, The Way is a must-see film that will lift you up in the end. Estevez deserves an award for this masterpiece of human emotion, faith, courage, forgiveness and love, but it really is the performance of his dad Martin Sheen for which I'm glad that they didn't go with some other big-name Hollywood actor. With the pilgrimage route Camino de Santiago as the journey to understanding and completion, and beautiful Spain as a backdrop, this is one movie that is impossible to regret...or forget.
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The Way website
On location behind-the-scene photos from flickr user xacobeo
As the 5th and final gelato post of the week and the last one of the month, I felt there was good enough reason to tie this film in with gelato. And why not? In one scene, Tom (Sheen) is most definitely enjoying what looks to be either a generous double or triple scoop of helado. Buen camino!
Labels: at the movies, gelato, youtube
scribbled from the chestnut forest by Rowena... at 12:00 AM
16 Comments:
sounds like a great movie! wow, I didn't realize your son is 25!
Kat - teehee...I started rather early.
Is the 'The Way' referring to THE pilgrimage walk? I've met a couple of people going to do that. It sounds like an amazing journey.
Pilgrimage or not I like the shot of MS with the gelato.
I'll keep an eye out for 'The Way' for the reasons you mentioned minus the 25 year old son;) Thanks for the heads up Rowena.
TK - yes, it is THE pilgrimage walk. I have never loved a film so much. I've heard that the film is on limited release so I hope it does get to your area.
Thanks for the tip Rowena.
Rowena,this definitely seems like a great movie to watch! I haven't seen Martin Sheen in a film in like forever but I've always admired his acting style. Thanks for sharing!
aloha rowena,
sounds like a cool movie, thanks for the alert on the spammer, i wonder if i should change my security settings now?
aaaah gelato and direct from the source - thats amazing :)
Naw, a 25 year old son.. and I'm just starting, man I'm way behind!!! I waited to the LAST Minute so-to-speak. lol
I'd love to see the movie, perhaps I can get an advance screening by way of iTunes, I've been wondering where he's been recently.
Bella - from one parent to another, I think you'll be able to appreciate the honesty in this film.
Noel - nah..I don't think that's necessary. It's just that when I saw that spam coming directly from your link, I knew that he/she had probably left nonsense on your blog as well.
elle marie - I started early so that I could be a grandma early (may as well enjoy them when you still got your senses and wits about you), but it didn't work out that way as I am still waiting for grandkids!
Thanks for sharing what sounds like a great movie. Just in case it doesn't come to my area, I've reserved it on Netfli when it's released to rent. Sounds amazing.
I didn't realise you had a 25-year-old son either! I will look out for the film.
Rosann - maybe if word spreads around enough, the movie will be picked up on a broader scale. I watched this twice in a row it was that moving. Never done this before.
Welshcakes - it would be fantastic if the film gets down to Sicily.
With such an enthusiastic review of a movie, I really can't wait to see it! Did you know Sheen and Estevez are father and son also in real life?
Hope to see you soon. Sonia and the Slippah family :-))
Sonia - yep! Along with that crazy Charlie of a son and brother. The father/son team is actually what makes this movie xtra special.
Blessings to you for telling us about this movie coming out soon. You told us first, and then we recently saw a blurb on an entertainment magazine. I am sure the Catholic churches around here will announce the movie as well. When the DVD comes out, will definitely need to snack on a slice of Tarta de Santiago! Continue to share the Good News, Italian and Hawaiian-kine recipes and your experiences as a local gal living abroad. With aloha to you!
HI Cookery - too bad I missed his feast day because that cake and some scallops would have definitely been on the menu. Thank you for sharing the recipe!
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