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Still from Henry Fool — Henry Fool (1997) — Hal HartleyPhotographed by Michael Spiller

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Hal Hartley

Henry Fool

English / 1997 / 2h 17m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Letterboxd: 3.69/5·8.2K ratings·1.8K reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

An egocentric bum transforms the lives of a shy New Jersey garbageman and his sister.

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Hal Hartley: A Retrospective
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Credits

Crew

DirectorHal Hartley

WriterHal Hartley

CinematographerMichael Spiller

ComposerHal Hartley

EditorSteve Hamilton

ProducerHal Hartley

Cast

Thomas Jay Ryanas Henry Fool

James Urbaniakas Simon Grim

Parker Poseyas Fay Grim

Maria Porteras Mary

James Saitoas Mr. Deng

Kevin Corriganas Warren

Liam Aikenas Ned

Miho Nikaidoas Gnoc Deng

Gene Ruffinias Officer Buñuel

Nicholas Hopeas Father Hawkes

Diana Ruppeas Amy

Veanne Coxas Laura

Jan Leslie Hardingas Vicky

Chaylee Worrallas Pearl (age 7)

Christy Carlson Romanoas Pearl (age 14)

Chuck Montgomeryas Angus James

Melanie Veseyas Go-Go Dancer #1

Denise Morganas Go-Go Dancer #2

Jill Morleyas Afternoon Table Dancer

Paul Boocockas Steve

Henry Fool (1997) | Criteria