Running on Empty (1988) (film, family, actor, music)
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This movie is about a family trying to hide their identities after the parents took part in an anti-war protest bombing incident in the past.
It stars River Phoenix who I think did an amazing performance as the older son.
The good thing about this movie is that you don't have to sympathize with the extreme left-wing ideals of the main characters, to appreciate a story about them. In fact, it doesn't always portray their values in the best light.
This is the one with River Phoenix, Judd Hirsch, and JoBeth Williams, right?
I haven't seen it since the mid-'90s, so my recollection of specifics is thin. But yeah, I liked the movie quite a lot. Very good movie.
Yes, it's the same River Phoenix movie from 1988 with the same title, that I was referencing.
The basic plot is that he is a talented musician with an opportunity to advance his music education, which his parents don't have the money for. But the background information required for getting a scholarship threatens the safety of his family.
Yes, it's the same River Phoenix movie from 1988 with the same title, that I was referencing.
The basic plot is that he is a talented musician with an opportunity to advance his music education, which his parents don't have the money for. But the background information required for getting a scholarship threatens the safety of his family.
Haven't seen it in 25+ years, but yeah, it's a great movie. The only line I remember, "You can't dance to Beethoven."
That is the film which got River Phoenix a Best Supporting Actor nomination. An excellent movie!
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