
“Walking the Camino” documentary
by Ivar Rekve
Several
years ago, I heard of this documentary that was in the making about the Camino
de Santiago. It was an independent production, funded mostly by private
donations. It has taken Lydia several years, but now the 1 hour and 24 minute
documentary is done. Last night I attended the european premiere in Santiago de
Compostela.
Many of
you might have seen “The Way” a film with Martin Sheen and his son Emilio
Estevez. A fictional story that takes place on the Camino de
Santiago. I thought it was quite good to be a Hollywood production, but
with a few strange bits. But overall, a good story. I have read in the
forum that many show “The Way” to their friends and family to explain what the
Camino is about… what it is they are considering walking. And until now, “The
Way” was the best film out there to explain it.
After
seeing “Walking the Camino” yesterday, I would recommend this over “The Way” if
you are looking to see what the Camino is all about. For
pilgrims thinking of walking, and for friends and family to see what this thing
called the “Camino de Santiago” is all about. I myself, do not have a lot of
camino experience, but I have listened and helped pilgrims online for almost 10
years, so I think I know what it is all about. This Camino documentary is as
close to the real experience as you can get, without walking it.
The
documentary follows 6 pilgrims on their walk along the Camino Francés. We
follow then as they start out, get tired, blisters and overcome the obstacles
they get confronted with, and finally arrives in Santiago. It is real… no
dreamy everything-is-easy-and-great story. The Camino is hard, and you see it
in this documentary.
If you
are a Camino fan, or thinking of walking the Camino, I would highly recommend
you to have a look at this film. Lydia is trying to sell the film to TV and
movie theaters, so it is still unclear how you can see it where you live.
If you
are interested, I would recommend to join their facebook page or e-mail
newsletter for the latest updates.
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