The Summer of Ben Tyler
Set early during World War II, the film has a lot to say about love, honor, relationships, commitment and power. Keeping their promise to their dying black housekeeper, a white family takes in her teenage mentally-slow son. The movie details the joys and conflicts the family faces as a result of their decision.
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The Summer of Ben Tyler
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Dec 15, 1996
Runtime
1h 50m
Genres
Drama
User Score
57%
Original Title
The Summer of Ben Tyler
Production Companies
Hallmark Entertainment
Director
Arthur Allan Seidelman
Description
Set early during World War II, the film has a lot to say about love, honor, relationships, commitment and power. Keeping their promise to their dying black housekeeper, a white family takes in her teenage mentally-slow son. The movie details the joys and conflicts the family faces as a result of their decision.