Wild (2014): Film vs Book

About the film

A woman walks the Pacific Crest Trail alone to recover from a time of grief and mistakes.

How close is it to the book?

The film follows the memoir's journey and weaves in flashbacks that echo the book's reflective structure.

Read or watch first?

The memoir is more candid about everyday troubles on the trail.

What the book gives you

Wild by Cheryl Strayed

A vivid, heartfelt story of a woman who sets out on a long trail and finds her strength. It will make you want to lace up your boots.

Who will like it: Readers who like honest, gripping memoirs about courage, grief and walking your way through it.