Colin Trevorrow's 'The Book of Henry' Opens Los Angeles Film Festival

LOS ANGELES, CA — Lights! Camera! Action! The capital of the film industry was all smiles as the 2017 Los Angeles Film Festival launched Wednesday night with the world premiere of Focus Features’ “The Book of Henry,” directed by Colin Trevorrow.

The evening was filled with excitement and energy as Trevorrow and the film’s stars Jaeden Lieberher, Jacob Tremblay, and Maddie Ziegler walked the red carpet at the Arclight Cinemas in Culver City.

“The Book of Henry” centers on a single mother, portrayed by Naomi Watts, whose precocious son’s detailed plan to save a classmate with a dangerous secret unfolds in startling fashion.

“I'm honored to premiere “The Book of Henry” at the LA Film Festival,” said “Jurassic World” director Trevorrow, who’s now readying to helm the much-anticipated blockbuster “Star Wars Episode IX.”

The LA Film Festival, produced by the nonprofit Film Independent, runs June 14-22 at ArcLight Cinemas Culver City, with additional screenings at ArcLight Hollywood, and ArcLight Santa Monica.

“Film Independent plays such a vital role in supporting new storytellers, and I'm thrilled to be a part of this year's exciting program,” added Trevorrow.

New festival director Jennifer Cochis, who has taken over the reins from Stephanie Allain, also expressed her delight.

“We are so happy to be opening the Festival with 'The Book of Henry.' It’s a touching story about friendship, community and redefining family. ‘The Book of Henry’ embodies our mission via onscreen representation in highlighting a woman’s journey with a powerful turn by Naomi Watts.”

“The Book of Henry” opens in select theaters on Friday, June 16, 2017.

For more information on the fest, go to lafilmfestival.com.

Photo Highlights From The Opening Night Premiere

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Top Photo: Jaeden Lieberher attends the premiere of "The Book of Henry" (Photo by Jonathan Shensa)