5 Recommendations for Outdoor and Climbing Themed Movies with Interesting Stories, Perfect for Your Eid Holiday

Eid holidays often serve as the perfect moment to relax and refresh the mind after a long routine. Besides gathering with family, watching movies can also be an alternative to fill your free time with a more intimate atmosphere. Especially outdoor and climbing themed films that not only showcase beautiful scenery but also emotional and stirring stories.

Films set in outdoor settings often take the audience to dive into the human experience with nature, frequently touching on spiritual and existential aspects. Not only do they challenge the physical, but such films often highlight the inner journey of their characters, making them very relevant to enjoy during reflective moments like Eid.

Here are five recommendations for climbing and outdoor themed movies that can accompany you during your Eid holiday. All five have an adventurous vibe, inner conflict, and mysteries that are too good to miss.

1. THE WAY (2010): A Father's Spiritual Journey

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A father from America decides to go to France after hearing about the death of his son. His son died while on a pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela in Spain.

The father's decision to continue the journey that his son could not complete brings a profound emotional experience. During the journey, he meets various people from different backgrounds who are also seeking the meaning of life.

2. MOONRISE KINGDOM (2012): The Adventure of Two Teens in the Midst of a Storm

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In 1965, two twelve-year-old kids, Sam and Suzy, decide to run away from their respective lives. They choose to explore the remote island of New Penzance, which feels far from the reality of the outside world.

As they explore the wilderness, a big storm approaches, forcing the adults to search for them. The search becomes a unique and colorful story, seasoned with the distinctive style of Wes Anderson.

3. WILD (2014): Finding Oneself Through a Tough Hike

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After losing her mother and experiencing a broken home, Cheryl Strayed feels that her life is in disarray. In a fragile state, she decides to take on the Pacific Crest Trail, a notoriously difficult hiking route.

With no hiking experience and only determination, Cheryl embarks on a journey of over a thousand miles. Along the trail, she faces tough terrain, natural hazards, and ongoing inner battles that continue to haunt her.

4. A WALK IN THE WOODS (2015): Hiking in Old Age

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Bill Bryson, a senior travel writer, returns to his hometown in New Hampshire after living in England for a long time. Instead of enjoying retirement, he decides to hike the Appalachian Trail, which spans over 2,000 miles.

He invites his old friend, Stephen Katz, to join him on this challenging journey. Both are elderly and not in peak condition, making this hike a combination of comedy and contemplation.

5. THE RITUAL (2017): When Nature Becomes a Nightmare

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Four old friends decide to reunite and hike through the Scandinavian wilderness after the death of their friend. The journey turns horrific when they get lost in a forest haunted by ancient Nordic legends.

The tension escalates as they realize that something in the forest is stalking them. The dark, silent atmosphere filled with symbolism makes this film a unique nature horror.

6. What are some nature-themed movies that inspire hiking?

WILD, THE WAY, and A WALK IN THE WOODS often inspire due to their true stories and personal messages.

7. What adventure films are suitable to watch during the holidays?

MOONRISE KINGDOM is suitable for families, while THE RITUAL is perfect for adventure horror fans.

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