THE SALT PATH

Review: A profound true story of Raynor and Moth Winn who embark on a 630-mile coastal trek along the Cornish, Devon and Dorset coastline. They decide to do this after losing their home and after Moth is diagnosed with a terminal illness.
Director: Marianne Elliott
Actors: Jason Isaacs, Gillian Anderson, James Lance, Hermione Norris, Megan Placito, Robbie O’Neill, Lloyd Hutchinson, Rebecca Ineson, Sasha Frost, Bern Collaco, Hannah Brownlie, Pippa Hinchley, Tucker St. Ivany, Tamlyn Henderson and Olivia Edwards
Year: 2024
Genre: Drama
Conclusion: 3/5
Dear readers, before I start on this film review I thought you might like to know that this is my 1,500th film review! What could be better than to have a film which A. Is based on a true story, B. Is based on a novel (which I have to admit I have not read), C. Is a film starring Jason Isaacs. In fact I don’t think that this is Jason Isaacs’ best film but it is lovely to see him take on a leading role. The film only has two lead roles so there is a lot of screentime for Jason Isaacs and his co-star Gillian Anderson. The chemistry between the actors was very good and they got the most out of the material they were given. The film is well directed by Marianne Elliott, who directed War Horse (2011). I thought that the script was very well written and I presume it is a very faithful adaptation of the best-selling book by Raynor Winn. I very much enjoyed all the filming locations, especially Port Quin, Padstow and Hollywell Bay, three of my favourite places in Cornwall. The film can be enjoyed just for its filming locations along the South West Coastal Footpath. One aspect I liked was that it told you how many miles they had done; however, it never stated their actual location which did annoy me. I thought that the score, composed by Chris Roe, made a significant contribution to the impact of the film. Having seen the film I am now looking forward to reading the novel. The themes of this film are resilience and hope and the healing benefits of spending time in close contact with nature and the great outdoors. There are a few quirky plot twists which do help the viewer to maintain the interest. Overall, I have to admit that I did not find this film to be as emotional or as moving as I had expected it to be. I would like to thank Newlyn Filmhouse Cinema where they showed an early screening of the film prior to general release! In my opinion this is one of the best independent cinemas in the country. The Salt Path will be out on general release on the 30th May.