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Handsome Harry is a 2009 drama film starring Jamey Sheridan, Steve Buscemi, and Mariann Mayberry. The film is directed by Bette Gordon and written by Nicholas T. Proferes. The story centers around Harry (Sheridan), a middle-aged man who is haunted by an incident that occurred when he was a young sailor in the Navy. The film begins with Harry receiving a phone call from his old friend Thomas Kelley (Buscemi) informing him that one of their fellow Navy veterans is dying and wants to see Harry. Harry reluctantly agrees to go on a road trip to visit the dying friend, but the long journey gives him plenty of time to reflect on the incident that has been haunting him for decades.

As Harry makes his way to see his dying friend, he is forced to confront the demons of his past. The incident that has been tormenting Harry for so long occurred when he and his fellow sailors beat up a gay man, leaving him paralyzed from the waist down.

Harry has carried the guilt of his actions with him all his life, even though he was not the one who delivered the final blow. As he drives across the country, he begins to reconnect with his old Navy friends, who are all experiencing their own personal struggles.

One of these friends, Peter Rheems (John Savage), is a devout Catholic who has been grappling with his faith ever since the incident in the Navy. Another friend, David Kagan (Campbell Scott), has become a successful businessman but is dealing with a crumbling marriage and a drug addiction.

Despite the weight of their individual issues, the friends rally around Harry and support him as he confronts his past. With the help of these friends, Harry comes to terms with his role in the assault on the gay man, and ultimately decides to seek redemption for his actions.

The film is a poignant exploration of guilt, redemption, and the lifelong impact of our actions. Jamey Sheridan delivers a powerful performance as Harry, infusing his character with a deep sense of pain and regret. Steve Buscemi provides a solid supporting turn as Thomas, bringing a much-needed sense of humor to the otherwise heavy subject matter.

Mariann Mayberry, John Savage, and Campbell Scott all deliver strong performances as well, fleshing out the cast of Navy veterans with unique and compelling personalities.

Director Bette Gordon does an excellent job of weaving together the various storylines and characters, creating a cohesive narrative that keeps viewers engaged throughout. The road trip framework provides a natural momentum to the story, and the gradually unfolding revelations keep the tension high.

Overall, Handsome Harry is a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant drama that tackles difficult subject matter with sensitivity and nuance. It is a reminder that our actions have consequences, and that it is never too late to seek redemption.

Handsome Harry is a 2009 crime movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 33 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.1 and a MetaScore of 59.