Henry Fool is a 1997 film directed by Hal Hartley. The movie follows the story of Simon Grim, a garbage man living in Queens, New York, who meets a mysterious stranger named Henry Fool. Henry encourages Simon to write poetry, which leads to unexpected success and fame for Simon.
However, as Simon's star rises, Henry's dark past catches up with him, threatening to destroy everything they have built. The film explores themes of creativity, friendship, and the consequences of pursuing one's dreams.
Henry Fool received critical acclaim for its unique storytelling and strong performances, particularly from Thomas Jay Ryan as Henry and James Urbaniak as Simon. The film was followed by a sequel, Fay Grim, in 2006.