"My Own Private Idaho" had many aspects that were very peculiar and different from standard Hollywood films. In my opinion, the scene in which Scott turns his back on Bob is pivotal as well as one of the many scenes that sets this film apart from typical Hollywood films. The scene starts with Bob noticing that Scott is entering into a fine eating establishment wearing high end clothing. As Bob enters the restaurant, he seems to narrate his entry by pointing out the unwelcoming looks of the people already in the restaurant. However, he continues, claiming that Scott will accept them and respect them as he did before. Despite their past history, when Bob calls Scott’s name, Scott does not even turn around. Instead, in a very Shakespearean fashion, he remains with his back toward Bob. Scott then tells Bob “I don't know you, old man. Please leave me alone. When I was young and you were my street tutor... an instigator for my bad behavior, I was planning a change. There was a time when I had the need to learn from you... my former and psychedelic teacher. And although I love you more dearly than my dead father... I have to turn away. Now that I have, and until I change back... don't come near me.” These words, as said seemed as if the viewer was actually hearing what Scott was thinking and not saying, because this is certainly not something one would say in this situation. Also, these words were daggers to Bob’s heart and finalized the transformation Scott has undergone. Scott as decided to turn his back on his friends and live a life of luxury while his friends suffer. As a result, I respect this film, because it used creative and artistic methodologies in showing the effect poverty and wealth have on humans regardless of sexual orientation.

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