FILM 2027: RIVER'S EDGE

FILM 2027: RIVER'S EDGE

TRIVIA: Although it is a work of fiction, the movie was inspired by the murder of Marcy Conrad, who was killed by her boyfriend Anthony Jacques Broussard in Milpitas, California, in 1981.

Was #8 on Gene Siskel 's list of the "Best Films of 1987."

Corey Haim was originally cast as Tim, but he got sick after the first day of production and had to be replaced. Joshua John Miller ended up playing this role.

Keanu Reeves and Dennis Hopper later starred in Speed (1994).

Keanu Reeves' supporting role in this film is one of his first break-out roles that led to parts in such films as Bill & Ted and Parenthhood, leaving Reeves to be typecast as a stoner character throughout the late 80s - early 90s.

Not only is Easy Rider (1969) referenced, but one of the lead actors, Dennis Hopper, was one of the leads in that movie as well.

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