River Phoenix

Born:1970年8月23日

Place of Birth:Metolius, Oregon USA

Died:1993年10月31日

Known For:Acting

Biography

River Jude Phoenix, born River Jude Bottom on August 23, 1970, was a talented American actor and musician who left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry during his short life.

Growing up in a nomadic family alongside his siblings Rain, Joaquin, Liberty, and Summer Phoenix, River had a unique upbringing that shaped his perspective on life and art. Despite not having a traditional education, he displayed a natural gift for music, particularly the guitar, which he often incorporated into his performances.

At the young age of 10, Phoenix made his foray into the world of acting through television commercials, quickly capturing the attention of audiences with his charm and charisma. His breakthrough came with roles in films like the science fiction adventure "Explorers" (1985) and the iconic coming-of-age movie "Stand by Me" (1986), based on Stephen King's novella "The Body."

As River matured, so did his choice of roles, showcasing his versatility and depth as an actor. His portrayal of Danny Pope in "Running on Empty" (1988) earned him critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor at just 18 years old, solidifying his status as a rising star in Hollywood.

One of Phoenix's most memorable performances came in "My Own Private Idaho" (1991), where he portrayed Michael Waters, a complex and vulnerable gay hustler searching for his estranged mother. This role not only earned him prestigious awards like the Volpi Cup for Best Actor at the Venice Film Festival but also showcased his immense talent and range as a performer.

Tragically, River Phoenix's promising career was cut short on Halloween night in 1993 when he passed away at the tender age of 23 due to a fatal combination of cocaine and heroin at The Viper Room in West Hollywood. His untimely death sent shockwaves through the industry and left a void that could never be filled.

Despite his premature departure, River Phoenix's legacy lives on through his groundbreaking performances and timeless contributions to cinema. He will always be remembered as a gifted artist who dared to push boundaries and touch the hearts of audiences around the world with his unparalleled talent and passion for his craft.

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Stand by Me

Chris Chambers

1986

After learning that a boy their age has been accidentally killed near their rural homes, four Oregon boys decide to go see the body. On the way, Gordie, Vern, Chris and Teddy encounter a mean junk man and a marsh full of leeches, as they also learn more about one another and their very different home lives. Just a lark at first, the boys' adventure evolves into a defining event in their lives.

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade

Young Indy

1989

In 1938, an art collector appeals to eminent archaeologist Dr. Indiana Jones to embark on a search for the Holy Grail. Indy learns that a medieval historian has vanished while searching for it, and the missing man is his own father, Dr. Henry Jones Sr.. He sets out to rescue his father by following clues in the old man's notebook, which his father had mailed to him before he went missing. Indy arrives in Venice, where he enlists the help of a beautiful academic, Dr. Elsa Schneider, along with Marcus Brody and Sallah. Together they must stop the Nazis from recovering the power of eternal life and taking over the world!

My Own Private Idaho

Mike Waters

1991

In this loose adaptation of Shakespeare's "Henry IV," Mike Waters is a hustler afflicted with narcolepsy. Scott Favor is the rebellious son of a mayor. Together, the two travel from Portland, Oregon to Idaho and finally to the coast of Italy in a quest to find Mike's estranged mother. Along the way they turn tricks for money and drugs, eventually attracting the attention of a wealthy benefactor and sexual deviant.

Explorers

Wolfgang Müller

1985

Middle schooler Ben spends his free time watching sci-fi films, playing video games and reading comic books. Surprisingly, his affinity for all things fantastical yields a real result – when he has a vivid dream about technology, his prodigy best friend Wolfgang manages to create a working spacecraft. Joined by their buddy Darren, the boys take off into outer space and encounter some very odd extraterrestrial life.

I Love You to Death

Devo Nod

1990

Joey Boca is the owner of a pizza parlour, and has been married to Rosalie for years. When Rosalie discovers that Joey is a womanizer and has been cheating on her for a long time, she goes to extreme lengths to punish him.

The Mosquito Coast

Charlie Fox

1986

Allie Fox, an American inventor exhausted by the perceived danger and degradation of modern society, decides to escape with his wife and children to Belize. In the jungle, he tries with mad determination to create a utopian community with disastrous results.

Running on Empty

Danny Pope

1988

The Popes are a family who haven't been able to use their real identity for years. In the late sixties, the parents set a weapons lab afire in an effort to hinder the government's Vietnam war campaign. Ever since then, the Popes have been on the run with the authorities never far behind. Their survival is threatened when their eldest son falls in love with a girl, and announces his wish to live his life on his own terms.

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Interview with the Vampire

In Memory Of

1994

A vampire relates his epic life story of love, betrayal, loneliness, and dark hunger to an over-curious reporter.