"Old Henry" is a western drama film written and directed by Potsy Ponciroli. The film stars Tim Blake Nelson, Scott Haze, Gavin Lewis, and Stephen Dorff. The story is set in 1906 in a small, isolated town in the American West.
The film begins with Henry Rudd (Tim Blake Nelson), a widowed farmer, and his teenage son, Wyatt (Gavin Lewis), living alone on their farm. One day, they discover a wounded man named Del (Scott Haze) on their property. Despite his son's objections, Henry takes Del into his home and tends to his injuries. Along with Del, they find a satchel of money that he claims to have won in a card game. However, Henry starts to suspect that the money has more to do with Del's unexplained past and the group of men who come looking for it.
As the posse claiming to be lawmen come closer to the farm, tensions rise, and the father-son duo must decide who to trust. The situation turns dire when the posse arrives at the farm and demands that Henry hand over Del and the money. Henry refuses, and a gunfight ensues, with Henry showcasing his unanticipated talent for gun-slinging. As the battle continues, Del's true motives come to light, and Henry's true identity is revealed.
Overall, "Old Henry" is an intimate, character-driven film with solid performances and intense gunfights. It explores themes of family, honor, and loyalty in a classic western setting, with a unique twist on the hero's journey.
