My Own Private Idaho is a 1991 independent drama film directed by Gus Van Sant. It stars River Phoenix, Keanu Reeves and James Russo. The film was released in 2005 on a remastered Criterion Collection DVD.Criterion.com: My Own Private Idaho
Plot Summary
The story follows the journey of two hustlers. Mike, is a gay, narcoleptic prostitute first seen drifting on a highway in Idaho, and Scott is a mayor's son who claims his working in the streets is a way to kill time before inheriting his family's money. The pair travel together in a search for personal discovery and truth which leads to Mike's home in Idaho.
Cast
- River Phoenix: Mike Waters
- Keanu Reeves: Scott Favor
- James Russo: Richard Waters
- William Richert: Bob Pigeon
- Rodney Harvey:Gary