The Summer of Ben Tyler

1996· 110 min★ 6.8· 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: James Woods, Elizabeth McGovern, Len Cariou

Director: Arthur Allan Seidelman