My Own Private Idaho
My Own Private IdahoRating: 7.06 |
Year:1991 |
Country:US |
Description:
In an intriguing take on Shakespeare's "Henry IV," two dissimilar characters, Mike Waters and Scott Favor, embark on a transformative journey to locate Mike's long-lost mother. Plagued by narcolepsy, Mike navigates the world as a hustler, while Scott, the rebellious son of a mayor, follows him in this unconventional tale. Their trek takes them through the rugged landscapes of Portland, Oregon, Idaho and eventually to the sun-soaked coasts of Italy.Their survival depends on their ability to adapt to harsh realities as they resort to selling themselves for money and drugs. However, their unconventional lifestyle does not go unnoticed, and they soon find themselves entangled in an intricate web of wealth, deviance, and danger orchestrated by a wealthy benefactor with unsettling desires. This thrilling narrative explores themes of loyalty, identity, and the lengths one will go for familial connection amidst chaos and personal struggle.
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