Here's a breakdown of the key information from the provided text, organized for clarity:

1. Collaboration wiht Gus Van Sant (mentioned at the very beginning):

* The speaker highly values working with Gus Van Sant,describing him as someone who "grounds the film" with his presence.

2. Potential "Drugstore Cowboy" Sequel/Related Projects:

* James Fogle, the writer of "Drugstore Cowboy," wrote three other screenplays.

* One, titled "Satan's Sandbox," is set in San Quentin prison and was a project James Franco was interested in. The speaker prefers this screenplay.

* fogle drew inspiration for his stories from his own experiences and those of others while running from the law and dealing drugs, similar to the events in "Drugstore Cowboy."

3. River phoenix - A Deep and Frequent Remembrance:

* The speaker thinks about River Phoenix "all the time" and has a picture of him displayed.

* Thay only collaborated on one film, but were planning another ("Milk") before Phoenix's death.

* Phoenix greatly valued improvisation and felt restricted in many of his other roles. The speaker encouraged improvisation, wich Phoenix found liberating.

* Phoenix had a unique background:

* He was homeschooled and lacked customary education, particularly regarding history (like knowledge of figures like General MacArthur) and even basic concepts like humor. he didn't understand jokes until age nine.

* He was a very spontaneous and great collaborator.

In essence, the text is a reflection on past collaborations, unfulfilled projects, and a particularly poignant relationship with the late River Phoenix. It highlights Phoenix's talent, his unique viewpoint, and the creative freedom he found with this director.