My Own Private River
Unused footage from Gus Van Sant's 1991 film My Own Private Idaho is re-contextualized in James Franco's tribute to River Phoenix.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2012 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Director | Gus Van Sant |
| Runtime | 101 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.5/10 (14 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film lives at the rhythm of everyday life — and that's its strength. No cinema about 'big events,' just about how people live, make mistakes, and understand themselves.
Worth watching for the performances and the sincerity. If you're waiting for events — there aren't many. If you're waiting for feeling — it's there.
For those looking for film about people, not events. If you need action — look elsewhere.
Director: Gus Van Sant
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: When you're in the mood for a conversation about life. With a partner or friend you can trust.
🎭 Cast
River Phoenix
Michael "Mike" Waters (archive footage)
Keanu Reeves
Scott Favor (archive footage)
James Russo
Richard Waters (archive footage)
Vana O'Brien
Sharon Waters (archive footage)
Rodney Harvey
Gary (archive footage)
William Richert
Bob Pigeon (archive footage)
Grace Zabriskie
Alena (archive footage)
Chiara Caselli
Carmela (archive footage)
Flea
Budd (archive footage)
Udo Kier
Hans (archive footage)
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