Where the Day Takes You
King is a young man, but he's already a veteran of life on the streets of Los Angeles. The de facto leader of a group of teenage runaways, King acts as a mentor to troubled kids such as gay hustler Little J and junkie Greg. When Heather, a beautiful girl from Chicago, starts hanging out with King and his crew, it changes the dynamic of the gang. However, it seems as though nothing will alter their dangerous lifestyle.
Critics Sentiment
Little J kills Tommy Ray to save King from being stabbed
Greg dies from drug overdose after informing police about King
The film drops dramatically from the pivotal violence of Tommy Ray's killing to the tragic overdose death of Greg, a swing of 3.0 points that devastated viewers
The film builds steadily through character development and street family dynamics, reaching its emotional peak with Little J's protective killing of Tommy Ray. However, the final act becomes increasingly tragic, culminating in Greg's heartbreaking overdose and King's sacrificial death, leaving audiences emotionally drained despite appreciating the authentic performances and unflinching portrayal of street life.
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Sean Astin
Greg
Lara Flynn Boyle
Heather
Peter Dobson
Tommy Ray
Balthazar Getty
Little J
Ricki Lake
Brenda
James Le Gros
Crasher
Kyle MacLachlan
Ted
Dermot Mulroney
King
Adam Baldwin
Officer Black
Nancy McKeon
Vikki
Alyssa Milano
Kimmy
Leo Rossi
Mr. Burtis
Will Smith
Manny
Rachel Ticotin
Officer Landers
Stephen Tobolowsky
Charles
Laura San Giacomo
The Interviewer
Robert Knepper
Rock Singer
Debbie James
Mrs. Burtis
David Arquette
Rob
Ken Kerman
Older Cop
Crew
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