Jesus Henry Christ

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  • PG-13
  • 2012
  • 1 hr 34 min
  • 6.4  (6,276)
  • 41

Jesus Henry Christ is a quirky and heartwarming comedy-drama directed by Dennis Lee and released in 2011. The movie tells the story of a highly gifted boy named Henry James Herman (played by Jason Spevack) who is the result of a genetic experiment, and his journey to discover his true identity. The story starts when Henry is born to Patricia Herman (Toni Collette), a single mother who had used a sperm donor in order to have a child. Henry is different from other kids his age, and not just because of his high IQ. He has an incredible memory and can recite anything he has ever read or heard, but he also struggles with social interactions due to his unusual upbringing.

Henry's life changes when he discovers that he has a half-sister named Audrey (Samantha Weinstein), and decides to leave his mother's house in search of the missing piece of his own puzzle. Henry's father, Dr. Slavkin O'Hara (Michael Sheen), is a renowned geneticist who is fascinated by the uniqueness of his son and wants to study him further. Patricia, on the other hand, is a feminist scholar who wants to raise her son without any influence from the male species.

As Henry embarks on a journey to find his half-sister, he encounters various challenges along the way. He meets a girl named Esperanza (Melyssa Ade), who becomes his best friend and assists him in his search for Audrey. He also confronts social stigma and bullying from his peers, and struggles to find his place in the world.

Throughout the movie, Henry's relationship with his mother is complicated and often strained. Despite her love for him, Patricia struggles to understand her son's unique personality and his need for self-discovery. Dr. O'Hara, who has been absent from Henry's life for many years, tries to step in and fill the void left by Patricia's dismissal of men in her life.

As Henry finally reunites with his half-sister, he discovers a family he never knew and begins to understand the complexities of his own identity. The movie ends on a hopeful note, with Henry finding peace with himself and his family.

The performances in this movie are outstanding, with Jason Spevack delivering a stellar performance as the young protagonist. Toni Collette is also fantastic as the overprotective and unconventional mother, and Michael Sheen brings a certain charm to his role as the curious father. The supporting cast is equally impressive, with Samantha Weinstein and Melyssa Ade bringing depth and humor to their characters.

The movie's writing is smart and engaging, with witty dialogue and clever plot twists. The cinematography is simple but effective, capturing the beauty of everyday life while highlighting Henry's unique perspective on the world.

Overall, Jesus Henry Christ is a touching and satisfying movie that explores themes of family, identity, and self-discovery. It is an enjoyable watch for anyone looking for a heartwarming story that will make them laugh and ponder life's greatest questions.

Jesus Henry Christ is a 2012 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 34 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.4 and a MetaScore of 41.

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  • Release Date
    2012
  • MPAA Rating
    PG-13
  • Runtime
    1 hr 34 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.4  (6,276)
  • Metascore
    41