The Summer of Ben Tyler (1996)
Drama
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.
Cast
Temple Rayburn
Celia Rayburn
Narrator (voice)
Spencer Maitland
Nell Rayburn
Junius Maitland
Chief Sam Thompkins
Rosetta Tyler
Suellen
Judge Kragen
Dr. Ringgold
Crew
Director
Writer
Original Music Composer
Director of Photography
Editor
Casting
Production Design
Art Direction
Set Decoration
Costume Design