Cast

River Phoenix

1970 – 1993

Active years (films on this site)

1988–1991

Genres

DramaCrimeMusical

Schools and movements

American Independent CinemaNew Hollywood

Directors worked with

Sidney Lumet1 filmGus Van Sant1 film

Biography

River Jude Phoenix was an American actor and musician. The older brother of actor Joaquin Phoenix, he was known as a teen actor before taking on leading roles in critically acclaimed films, becoming one of the preeminent acting talents of his generation. Phoenix's numerous accolades include the Volpi Cup and the Independent Spirit Award, as well as nominations for an Academy Award and Golden Globe Award.

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Awards and honours

International

• National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Actor 1991
• Volpi Cup for Best Actor 1991

National / local

• Independent Spirit Award for Best Male Lead 1992

2 films on this site

1. Running on Empty 1988 · Sidney Lumet · IMDb 7.6 · Cast
2. My Own Private Idaho 1991 · Gus Van Sant · IMDb 6.9 · Cast