Overview

• David Mamet returns to directing with 'Henry Johnson,' his first feature film since 2008’s 'Redbelt.'
• The film, released on May 9, 2025, is available for rental and streaming via a proprietary platform, HenryJohnsonMovie.com.
• Adapted from Mamet’s four-scene play, the story follows a timid man who becomes a target of manipulation after embezzling money for a friend and landing in prison.
• Critics praise Mamet’s signature rapid-fire dialogue and claustrophobic staging but highlight the film’s hollow narrative and weak characterization of the lead.
• The cast includes Shia LaBeouf, Evan Jonigkeit, Chris Bauer, and Dominic Hoffman, with performances that vary in impact and nuance.