Overview

In this loose adaptation of Shakespeare's "Henry IV," Mike Waters is a hustler afflicted with narcolepsy. Scott Favor is the rebellious son of a mayor. Together, the two travel from Portland, Oregon to Idaho and finally to the coast of Italy in a quest to find Mike's estranged mother. Along the way they turn tricks for money and drugs, eventually attracting the attention of a wealthy benefactor and sexual deviant.

"Wherever, whatever, have a nice day."

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Review by: WilsonWatches

Shakespeare meets street hustlers in a plot loosely inspired by Shakespeare's Henry IV part 1, Henry IV part 2 & Henry V. The film is both humorous and profound with River Phoenix's (Mike) shining & Keanu Reeves (Scott) also starring alongside some very memorable characters (Hans, Bob). I think it's probably of the best LGBT Films/ depictions of LGBT characters in film, & deservedly considered a cult classic. The offbeat film's authentic style coupled with its compelling, drifting story, make My own Private Idaho a must watch nearly 30 years after release.

Reviewer rating: 8.0

Actors


River Phoenix

Mike Waters


Keanu Reeves

Scott Favor


James Russo

Richard Waters


William Richert

Bob Pigeon


Rodney Harvey

Gary


Chiara Caselli

Carmella


Michael Parker

Digger


Jessica Makinson

Denise


Flea

Budd

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