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The Summer of Ben Tyler (1996)
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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Writing:
Stars:
- Arthur Allan Seidelman
Writing:
- Robert Inman
Stars:
Release Date: 1996-12-15
5.7/10
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- Country: US
- Language: English
- Runtime: 110
Celia Rayburn
Spencer Maitland
Chief Sam Thompkins
Temple Rayburn
Nell Rayburn
Junius Maitland
Rosetta Tyler
Suellen
Judge Kragen
Narrator (voice)
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