My Own Private Idaho

Fine Line Features | Release Date: October 18, 1991

7.4	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 74 Ratings

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RobertBroganOct 5, 2015

My Own Private Idaho is an interesting mix of acting, directing, setting, and subject matter. It is an interesting watch but the elements don't cohere very well or make for a solid movie. The main problem is that little is done to firstMy Own Private Idaho is an interesting mix of acting, directing, setting, and subject matter. It is an interesting watch but the elements don't cohere very well or make for a solid movie. The main problem is that little is done to first establish an emotional connection to the main character. Because of that, the rest of the film lacks in dramatic impact. Things happen, the film ends, and the impression is that while the film was decent enough, it could have been better.… Expand

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Bradh6886Jan 24, 2021

Very little appeal outside the intended demographic. Unrealistic, Shakespearean based script draws far too much attention to itself and doesn’t work. Genuine, heartfelt performances by the two leads are the highlights of a messy film.

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