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Summary of "Old Henry" (2021)
"Old Henry," a 2021 film, is a gripping action-drama set in the early 1900s in Oklahoma. It narrates the story of a farmer, Henry McCarty, and his son Wyatt, as they become embroiled in a violent conflict with outlaws. The film explores themes of identity, father-son relationships, and the complexities of morality.
Setting the Scene: A Violent Beginning
The film opens with Branigan, a man on the run from three sheriff-deputies—Dugan, Stilwell, and their leader Ketchum. Despite his desperate attempts to escape, Branigan is captured, tortured for information about another fugitive, and ultimately killed. This grim introduction sets the stage for the violent undertones that envelop the film.