Based on the novel by Stephen King, The Long Walk follows a group of teenage boys participating in the annual contest called “The Long Walk”. The group must keep a pace of 3 miles per hour during the walk, with no stops or rest. The winner is declared when there is only one person standing.
Directed by Francis Lawrence (“The Hunger Games” franchise), the movie dives into the brutality of the contest and its effects on the participants, both physically and mentally. The beauty of the movie lies in the dialogue between the contestants and the bond they form during the walk. I was especially drawn to the friendship between Ray Garraty (Cooper Hoffman) and Pete McVries (David Jonsson), and the support these two continue to give to each other.
“The Long Walk” doesn’t shy away from showing how dark this story is, and yet still showcases many heartwarming moments and even some comedic moments. This film is definitely one to watch for.
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The Long Walk Official Synopsis:
From the highly anticipated adaptation of master storyteller Stephen King’s first-written novel, and Francis Lawrence, the visionary director of The Hunger Games franchise films (Catching Fire, Mockingjay – P t s. 1 & 2, and The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes), comes THE LONG WALK, an intense, chilling, and emotional thriller that challenges audiences to confront a haunting question: how far could you go?
