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Gus Van Sant
Director -
William Shakespeare
Original Concept -
James L. Brooks
Thanks -
Scott Patrick Green
Additional Still Photographer -
Beatrix Aruna Pasztor
Costume Design -
David Minkowski
Second Assistant Director -
David Brisbin
Production Design -
Anne Hyvarinen
Scenic Artist
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WilsonWatches 12/22/2021 4:36:02 PM
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.
Keanu Reeves
Scott FavorUdo Kier
HansRiver Phoenix
Michael "Mike" WatersJames Russo
Richard WatersJim Caviezel
Airline ClerkFlea
BuddGrace Zabriskie
AlenaGus Van Sant
Man Behind Hotel Counter (uncredited)