The Summer of Ben Tyler

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.

Release Date

15 December 1996

110 minutes

Director

Main Cast

Temple Rayburn
Celia Rayburn
Spencer Maitland
Nell Rayburn
Junius Maitland
Chief Sam Thompkins
Rosetta Tyler
Judge Kragen
Dr. Ringgold
Narrator (voice)