Surviving the Wild
Watch TrailerDefying his parents, who are locked in a bitter divorce, a boy steals his grandfather's ashes and flees into the untamed wilderness with his dog. He is driven by a solemn promise to scatter the ashes atop a remote mountain peak. Their perilous trek is guided by the ghost of the grandfather himself, whose presence becomes a beacon—helping navigate dangers, mending fractured family bonds, and offering a final, precious chance for farewell.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2018 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Adventure, Family, Action |
| Director | Patrick Alessandrin |
| Runtime | 87 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.8/10 (10 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
This adventure succeeds as both a family-friendly survival tale and a poignant exploration of grief. The grandfather's ghost is used not for mere spectacle, but as a gentle, guiding force that bridges the gap between loss and legacy, making the wilderness a canvas for emotional repair.
What lingers after the credits is the quiet strength of a child's conviction and the healing power of a shared mission. It's a reminder that sometimes the most treacherous paths lead us home. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Patrick Alessandrin
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The crisp air of pine forests, the crunch of trail gravel, campfire intimacy, and the solemn purpose of a personal pilgrimage.
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