The Book of Henry Opens 2017 LA Film Festival

The Colin Trevorrow-directed thriller will debut June 14th

Getting in the Spirit

Focus is proud to announce that The Book of Henry has been selected as the premiere screening of the 2017 Los Angeles Film Festival.

The LAFF is presented by Film Independent, who also oversees The Spirit Awards.

A Spirit Award nominee for his 2012 feature Safety Not Guaranteed, Colin Trevorrow is keenly aware of the festival's essential role in the industry. "I'm honored to premiere The Book of Henry at the LA Film Festival," says Trevorrow. "Film Independent plays such a vital role in supporting new storytellers and I'm thrilled to be a part of this year's exciting program."

LA Film Festival Director Jennifer Cochis added "Henry embodies our mission via onscreen representation in highlighting a woman's journey with a powerful turn by Naomi Watts."

The Los Angeles Film Festival runs June 14th to the 22nd. Passes are on sale now at the LAFF site.

Visit The Book of Henry site for exclusive content and news.

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