Canada / USA,
1998, 88 min
Directed by:
Chris EyreScreenplay:
Sherman AlexieCinematography:
Brian CapenerComposer:
BC SmithCast:
Adam Beach, Evan Adams, Irene Bedard, Gary Farmer, Tantoo Cardinal, Cody Lightning, Simon Baker, Michael Greyeyes, Cynthia Geary, Perrey Reeves, Molly Cheek (more)VOD (1)
Plots(1)
Though Victor and Thomas have lived their entire young lives in the same tiny town, they couldn't have less in common! But when Victor is urgently called away, it's Thomas who comes up with the money to pay for his trip. There's just one thing Victor has to do: take Thomas along for the ride! You're in for a rare and entertaining comic treat as this most unlikely pair leave home on what becomes an unexpectedly unforgettable adventure of friendship and discovery! (official distributor synopsis)
(more)Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
Independent Spirit Awards
- 1999 - Evan Adams (Best Debut Performance)
- 1999 - Gary Farmer (Best Supporting Male)
- 1999 - Sherman Alexie (Best First Screenplay)
Florida Film Critics Circle Awards
- 1998 - Chris Eyre, Sherman Alexie (Newcomer of the Year)
Sundance Film Festival
- 1998 - Chris Eyre (Filmmakers Trophy Dramatic)
- 1998 - Chris Eyre (Audience Award: U.S. Dramatic)
- 1998 - Chris Eyre (U.S. Grand Jury Prize: Dramatic)
- 1996 - Chris Eyre (NHK Filmmaker Award)