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My Own Private River (2012)

Movie ★ 7.5 101 min

Documentary

Unused footage from Gus Van Sant's 1991 film My Own Private Idaho is re-contextualized in James Franco's tribute to River Phoenix.

James Franco Director Gus Van Sant Director

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Quick facts

Released
February 19, 2012
Runtime
101 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt2261871
Language

Cast

River Phoenix River Phoenix Michael "Mike" Waters (archive footage) James Russo James Russo Richard Waters (archive footage) Vana O'Brien Vana O'Brien Sharon Waters (archive footage) Rodney Harvey Rodney Harvey Gary (archive footage) William Richert William Richert Bob Pigeon (archive footage) Grace Zabriskie Grace Zabriskie Alena (archive footage) Chiara Caselli Chiara Caselli Carmela (archive footage) Flea Flea Budd (archive footage) Udo Kier Udo Kier Hans (archive footage) Michael Parker Digger (archive footage) Jessica Makinson Jessica Makinson Denise (archive footage) Shaun Jordan Shaun Jordan Cafe Kid (archive footage) Camila Morrone Camila Morrone

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Frequently asked questions

What is My Own Private River about?
Unused footage from Gus Van Sant's 1991 film My Own Private Idaho is re-contextualized in James Franco's tribute to River Phoenix.
Who directed My Own Private River?
My Own Private River was directed by James Franco, Gus Van Sant.
Who stars in My Own Private River?
My Own Private River stars River Phoenix, James Russo, Vana O'Brien, Rodney Harvey.
When was My Own Private River released?
My Own Private River is a 2012 documentary film.
Where can I watch My Own Private River?
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