Walking the Camino: Six Ways to Santiago
2013
Walking the Camino: Six Ways to Santiago follows various pilgrims, from ages three to 73, as they attempt to cross an entire country on foot—with only a backpack, a pair of boots and an open mind. Driven by an inexplicable calling and a grand sense of adventure, each pilgrim throws themselves heart and soul into their physical trek to Santiago de Compostela, and most importantly, their personal journey to themselves. Whatever their motivation, no one can predict just how their paths will unfold, what personal demons or angels they will face, or what transformations they will undergo by trail’s end. Called “a brilliant documentary” by Martin Sheen, this multiple award-winning film has been selling out screenings worldwide.
Directed by Lydia Smith
The Way
2010
The Way is a powerful and inspirational story about family, friends, and the challenges we face while navigating this ever-changing and complicated world. Martin Sheen plays Tom, an American doctor who comes to St. Jean Pied de Port, France to collect the remains of his adult son (played by Emilio Estevez), killed in the Pyrenees in a storm while walking the Camino de Santiago, also known as The Way of Saint James. Rather than return home, Tom decides to embark on the historical pilgrimage to honor his son’s desire to finish the journey. What Tom doesn’t plan on is the profound impact the journey will have on him and his “California Bubble Life.” Inexperienced as a trekker, Tom soon discovers that he will not be alone on this journey. On his journey, Tom meets other pilgrims from around the world, each with their own issues and looking for greater meaning in their lives: a Dutchman (Yorick van Wageningen), a Canadian (Deborah Kara Unger), and an Irish writer (‘James Nesbitt’), who is suffering from a bout of writer’s block. From the unexpected and, oftentimes, amusing experiences along the way, this unlikely quartet of misfits creates an everlasting bond and Tom begins to learn what it means to be a citizen of the world again. Through Tom’s unresolved relationship with his son, he discovers the difference between “the life we live and the life we choose.”
Directed by Emilio Estevez
Written by Emilio Estevez
Starring Martin Sheen, Emilio Estevez, Deborah Kara Unger
The Surgeon and the Saint
2010
New York surgeon Dr. Louis R. M. Del Guercio, who despite never having hiked with a pack on his back, decides to walk 500 miles across Spain on the ancient Christian pilgrimage, El Camino de Santiago (The Way of St. James). He takes with him two of his four sons, Christopher and Gino. The journey proves very difficult for Dr. Del Guercio and he must find ways to overcome multiple obstacles. Does he make it, and does St. James grant him a miracle?
Directed by Gino del Guercio
Written by Gino del Guercio
Tres en el Camino (Within the Way Without)
2004
At the dawn of the new millenium, a Dutch social worker, a famous Japanese poet and a Brazilian girl has made the road to Santiago and back to their countries, they recall the experience. The trip is also a journey into themselves, sharing physical and spiritual space with millions of pilgrims have made their way from the Middle Ages.
Directed by Laurence Boulting
Written by Laurence Boulting
Starring Richard Attenborough, Carolina Calvo, Gabriel Folgado