Focus Features' "The Book of Henry" is a 2017 drama film directed by Colin Trevorrow and written by Gregg Hurwitz. The movie follows the story of 11-year-old Henry Carpenter, a gifted boy who takes care of his younger brother and his mother. Henry is a genius who is always one step ahead of everyone around him.
The film stars Naomi Watts as Henry's mother, Susan Carpenter, along with Jacob Tremblay as Henry's younger brother Peter and Jaeden Martell as Henry. The story takes an unexpected turn when Henry discovers that their neighbor, the Police Commissioner, is abusing his stepdaughter. Determined to help her, Henry devises a plan to rescue the girl.
The movie explores themes of family, empathy, and courage. It takes a serious subject matter and tackles it with a lot of heart and sensitivity, while also incorporating a touch of humor and poignant moments of sadness. The performances from the cast are powerful, particularly those of Naomi Watts, Jacob Tremblay, and Jaeden Martell.
Overall, Focus Features' "The Book of Henry" is a moving and thought-provoking film that explores the power of family, the importance of compassion, and the courage to do what is right.