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1991104 minDrama

My Own Private Idaho

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Is My Own Private Idaho worth watching? With a rating of 7.063/10, this Drama film is a must-watch hit for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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My Own Private Idaho Synopsis

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.

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Top Cast

River Phoenix
River PhoenixMike Waters
Keanu Reeves
Keanu ReevesScott Favor
James Russo
James RussoRichard Waters
William Richert
William RichertBob Pigeon
Rodney Harvey
Rodney HarveyGary
Chiara Caselli
Chiara CaselliCarmella
Michael Parker
Michael ParkerDigger
Jessica Makinson
Jessica MakinsonDenise
Flea
FleaBudd
Grace Zabriskie
Grace ZabriskieAlena

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Is My Own Private Idaho worth watching?

Yes, My Own Private Idaho is definitely worth watching! With a rating of 7.063/10, it's highly recommended for fans of Drama movies.

Is My Own Private Idaho hit or flop?

Based on audience ratings (7.063/10), My Own Private Idaho is considered a hit among viewers.

What genre is My Own Private Idaho?

My Own Private Idaho is a Drama movie that 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...

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Critic Reviews

WilsonWatchesMar 28, 2021
★ 8

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.