Roadside Prophets (1992)Two strangers meet on the road and travel through Nevada on motorcycle to find an elusive spot where they can dump another man's ashes. Director:Abbe WoolWriter:Abbe Wool |
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Roadside Prophets (1992)Two strangers meet on the road and travel through Nevada on motorcycle to find an elusive spot where they can dump another man's ashes. Director:Abbe WoolWriter:Abbe Wool |
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David Anthony Marshall | ... |
Dave Coleman
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Stripper
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Bartender
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Sonna Chavez | ... |
Angie Abbott
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Erica Rogers | ... |
Housekeeper
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| JD Cullum | ... |
Mr. Andrews
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Journalist
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David Swinson | ... |
Fred Nieman
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Morning Desk Clerk
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Harvey
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Pam Lambert | ... |
Mini-Mart Cashier
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Beth DePatie | ... |
Daisy
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Bizarre and surreal road movie about a biker and his unlikely sidekick. On a quest to fulfill a friend's last wish, Joe takes to the desert road on his 1957 Harley-Davidson and meets a succession of odd characters, including Sam. Sam begins following Joe, on a quest of his own, which necessitates staying in Motel 9's wherever they go. Themes such as friendship, faith, and isolation are brought into sharp relief by strange situations, the lonely road, and the stark emptiness of the desert. There are also several humorous cameos. Written by Tad Dibbern <DIBBERN_D@a1.mscf.upenn.edu>
A blue-collar joe seeking to fulfil a dead man's last wish finds himself sucked into a spiritual journey and questioning his own life.
This is a film that lends itself to being misunderstood. Previous comments have listed it as "rambling", and I can see where it might appear that way. Just remember the name of the film. It's not about the quest to bury ashes. It's about personal enlightenment and breaking away from a static, nowhere life.
Rich characters and counter-cultural icons litter this film. Definitely a find if you're a fan of movies like "Alice's Restaurant" and "Fritz the Cat".