Movie Description
The Summer of Ben Tyler
(1996)Overview
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.
Featured Crew
- Director : Arthur Allan Seidelman
- Writer : Robert Inman
- Editor : Toni Morgan
- Cast : James Woods,Elizabeth McGovern,Len Cariou,Julia McIlvaine,Kevin Isola,Clifton James,Novella Nelson,Anita Gillette,Ronn Carroll,Ed Grady,Judith Ivey
Cast
Temple Rayburn
Celia Rayburn
Spencer Maitland
Nell Rayburn
Junius Maitland
Chief Sam Thompkins
Rosetta Tyler
Suellen
Judge Kragen
Dr. Ringgold
Narrator (voice)
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Facts
Original TitleThe Summer of Ben Tyler
Status Released
Release Information
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1996-12-15
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 01h 50m
Production CompaniesHallmark Entertainment
Genres
- Drama
