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Anora Lyn playing Kim Jordan was not impressive. She did not convey the sense of passion and intimacy required in this role. As a doctor interacting with patients, a wife concerned about her husband and as a mother of a dead child, I did not feel the connections. There were many opportunities to immerse the viewer into the plot. The result was to defocus the viewer on the subplots of the religious elements and struggles of the captain as the main theme. This role requires the talent of a seasoned actress such as Meryl Streep. The complexity of the role was very challenging and perhaps better directing would have made a difference.

The plot and concept of the movie was very good; but hard to relate to as a true Pilgrimage. Between the drugs, wine, liquors, cigarettes, fine foods, ready access to cash, parties, dinners, great weather and hospitality one has to wonder what real sacrifices were made; making it difficult to relate to the movie or have the compassionate experience I expected.

From my understanding Pilgrimages should be contrary to the human instincts to reach for stability and security. A pilgrim must be ready to leave the assurances of everyday life and experiences, and be prepared to meet with situations that are challenging, unfamiliar and focused on obtaining grace. "The Way" contradicts all these requisite scenarios and instead places the characters in a Utopian setting of worldly pleasures.