Johns 1996
“This ain't no 90210”
What is Johns?
Johns is a 1996 American drama film written and directed by Scott Silver and starring David Arquette and Lukas Haas. The story is set on Santa Monica Boulevard in Los Angeles and takes place on the day before Christmas, which is also the day before John turns twenty-one years old.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1996
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 96 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 10, 1996
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- First Look Pictures
- Genres
- Drama, Romance
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.3/10 from 28 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~96 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- First Look Pictures
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Overview
Johns is a 1996 American drama film written and directed by Scott Silver and starring David Arquette and Lukas Haas. The story is set on Santa Monica Boulevard in Los Angeles and takes place on the day before Christmas, which is also the day before John turns twenty-one years old. John works as a prostitute and has a specific goal for the holiday: he wants to spend that night and the following day at the posh Park Plaza Hotel. Complicating his plans is Donner, a young man who is new to the streets and wants John to leave the city with him. Throughout the day, John must figure out how to deal with Donner and his offer of friendship while managing his own ambitions for his birthday celebration.
Should you watch it?
“Two street hustlers navigate the complexities of friendship on the streets of Los Angeles before Christmas.”
- Features performances by David Arquette and Lukas Haas
- Explores the distinct subculture of Santa Monica Boulevard
- Focuses on a tight, character-centered timeline
- The gritty subject matter and street-level setting may be difficult for some viewers
Watch it if you are interested in character-focused independent dramas set in 1990s Los Angeles.
The film maintains a grounded, dramatic tone with a pacing centered on a single day of narrative events.
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Is Johns worth watching?
The film is a character-driven drama that provides a specific look at the lives of street hustlers in 1990s Los Angeles.
What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 36 minutes.
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How long is the film?
The film is 96 minutes long.
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