Two Deaths of Henry Baker

Who, after watching the final cut of this film, said "that's perfect, let's go to market"? This was so terribly incohesive, incoherent, and convoluted beyond recognition of anyone having attended Film School Class 101.

There is no cohesive flow in the sub-plots and back stories, nor do many make an sense, or for that matter, really needed. This felt like a bunch of different screenplays shredded, then randomly pieced together to create this nonsense. Then adding all these wannabe biblical phrases, just added more cringe and annoyances to what follows each one.

This entire film needed major editing and scene cuts, as those would've gone a long way. The normally comfortable 94 min runtime felt much longer with all the convoluted sub-plots. The pacing was just as bad and even more noticeable with all the long dragged out and mostly unnecessary scenes.

The premise of the story was actually smart and intriguing, but director Felipe Mucci chose convoluted style over any coherent substance. The casting and performances were actually decent, but not good enough to overshadow the poor writing and directing. The trailer looks inviting, but that's as good as it gets.

This is a violent thriller that's not entirely believable but excellent actors managed to pull it off anyway. Greed and fate combine to produce an interesting and ironic outcome that satisfies in this kind of movie. ("I'm not Henry." Nicely done, Sebastian.)

No spoilers in this all I can say is watch the movie and be prepared for unusual oddities that all make sense in the end. He's definitely "Not Henry" !

If you like violence, this is a movie for you. I liked the story myself. The other ratings are low but it was pretty well done. For a mature audience!!!

Great soundtrack!