- Actors: David Arquette, Lukas Haas, Tony Epper, John C. McGinley, Keith David
- Directors: Scott Silver
- Writers: Scott Silver
- Format: Color, Dolby, DVD-Video, Letterboxed, Widescreen, NTSC, Import
- Language: English
- Region: (US and Canada This DVD will probably NOT be viewable in other countries. Read more about DVD formats.)
- Aspect Ratio: 1.66:1
- Number of discs: 1
- MPAA Rating:
- Studio: Fox Lorber
- Release Date: Feb 29 2000
- Run Time: 96 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B000034DDI
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Video Details
A gritty and poignant look at the world of male prostitutes through the course of a single day on the streets - hustling for money and love while hoping for a little decency. A veteran male prostitute, John, befriends the new guy who looks to John for advice and friendship.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Closer to life than most would like
July 10 2004
Format:DVD
Anyone want to catch a glimpse of what happens to kids who are neglected or rejected by their families? Then you need to check out this movie. While incredibly tame compared to real life, it at least takes the average "john" into a pseudo world of the streets, and the actors are excellent in their roles. I have watched this movie SEVERAL times and have cried at the end each time. While I agree that it is a dramatic close-to-life rendition, and many want a fantasy world in which to escape when watching a movie, it also has a great message, one which you must find for yourself. I believe this is why no other character has a background, save the one, so that each viewer can find themselves in one of the characters. I love David Arquette in this movie...he reminds me a lot of a close personal friend.
Oh, yea, and most of them don't work because they have been on the streets since a very young age. They have few skills, no address or phone number, and perhaps are even a bit scared. My advice, watch this without the rose colored glasses.
Oh, yea, and most of them don't work because they have been on the streets since a very young age. They have few skills, no address or phone number, and perhaps are even a bit scared. My advice, watch this without the rose colored glasses.
speechless and shaken
Jan 2 2003
Format:VHS Tape
if you have not seen this film
stop
go to the store now
rent it
sit alone
in a dark room
and breathe this film
like you would morning coffee
I cried and sat terrified
I felt this film
throughout my entire body
this is an amazing film
so true
some that find it disturbing
only can't take the bitter spoonful
and stomach the taste
of something
called
stop
go to the store now
rent it
sit alone
in a dark room
and breathe this film
like you would morning coffee
I cried and sat terrified
I felt this film
throughout my entire body
this is an amazing film
so true
some that find it disturbing
only can't take the bitter spoonful
and stomach the taste
of something
called
l i f e
please watch it
Gritty. Darkly Disturbing. Heavy.
Jun 18 2002
Format:DVD
I decided to let this film sink in a little before writing a review for it.
Let me start by saying: This film is much darker than you may think considering it's star is a goof-ball with the majority of his other acting roles.
Let me start by saying: This film is much darker than you may think considering it's star is a goof-ball with the majority of his other acting roles.
This is not a Comedy.
And it is not for the weak stomached.
The Jesus Metaphore throughout was a bit much at times...but worked very well with the story.
You MUST see the DVD for the extras. I watched the film then immediantly watched the David and Lucas commentary throughout the film. (DON'T WATCH THE TRAILER OR THE COMMENTARY BEFORE YOU SEE THE FILM...IT GIVES AWAY TOO MUCH).
VERY GOOD...A Flick that Sticks With You.
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Bittersweet Drama
Arquette at his dramatic best. Haas shines too in this bittersweet drama told on stark sets with painfully true dialogue.
Published on Aug 29 2003 by Thomas Saaristo
Touching Bittersweet Drama
Arquette at his dramatic brilliance. Haas is equally smart and poigniant. A quirky but touching drama that takes advantage of stark sets and painfully truthful dialogue. Read more
Published on Aug 29 2003 by Thomas Saaristo
Please don't waste your money
I bought the Johns on the suggestion of a friend and I seriously contemplated ending the friendship (afterall anyone who thought this movie was any good can't be worthy of my... Read more
Published on Feb 18 2003 by H. Haughton
Flawed, but strangely moving
"johns" isn't built on a unique idea, there have been many films exploring the the sordid world of prostitution and the impact it has on the people being exploited and... Read more
Published on Dec 26 2000
Worth a Look
Not-bad calling card for Hollywood, until you realize that the director's next project was "The Mod Squad" a movie that lacks any of the potential shown here. Read more
Published on Jun 28 2000 by C. Manson
No, it's NOT Midnight Cowboy -- thank god!
This curious little film does not have to pretend, as did Midnight Cowboy, that street hustling is 'straight'. Read more
Published on Sep 15 1999
pretty bad
waited for this video in a lower price and glad that I did as this movie is no comparison to Midnight Cowboy and the story is weak very slow and Luke Haas was not very effective at... Read more
Published on Aug 28 1999 by Alfredo Rossi
So-so plot, great performances
Isn't anyone else utterly charmed by David Arquette? I don't want to be, but I just can't help myself. Read more
Published on Aug 22 1999
Is that all there is?
Depressing is the first word that comes to mind. I've know hustlers and Haas and Arquette just didn't measure up! Read more
Published on Jun 20 1999
Touching Portrait of Street Hustlers
I was pleasently surprised after watching this film. I wanted to pick up Lukas Haas and hug him--he was so adorable. David Arquette did his finest work to date. Read more
Published on May 21 1999
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