In an emotional and visual journey through the American West, two friends, Mike and Scott, embark on a quest that goes beyond mere adventure. Mike, played by the intense River Phoenix, is a young man suffering from narcolepsy who feels lost in his life, exploring the streets of Portland as he resorts to prostitution to survive. On the other hand, Scott, masterfully portrayed by Keanu Reeves, comes from a wealthy family and is determined to escape his privileged life, seeking a sense of freedom and connection.
Together, they venture on a road trip that takes them through stunning landscapes and vibrant cities, where friendship intertwines with desire and pain. The nights are a blend of casual encounters and deep moments of uncertainty and longing. As the connection between Mike and Scott deepens, the differences in their lives become more apparent, pushing them to explore their own emotional limits.
The journey culminates in a key encounter that leads them to question their identities, their relationships, and what it truly means to find a place to belong. With a poetic visual style and an evocative soundtrack, this story presents a vivid portrait of loneliness and the search for love in the most unexpected places. The film is a journey through vulnerability, friendship, and desire, where the path is as important as the destination.