The Summer of Ben Tyler

The Summer of Ben Tyler (1996) is a drama directed by Arthur Allan Seidelman rated 6.8/10.

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.