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15 December 1996 (USA) moreAwards:
Nominated for Golden Globe. Another 1 win & 6 nominations moreUser Comments:
A very satisfying drama; reminiscent of "To Kill a Mockingbird". moreCast
(Cast overview, first billed only) | James Woods | ... | Temple Rayburn |
 | Elizabeth McGovern | ... | Celia Rayburn |
 | Len Cariou | ... | Spencer Maitland |
 | Julia McIlvaine | ... | Nell Rayburn |
 | Kevin Isola | ... | Junius Maitland |
| Clifton James | ... | Chief Sam Thompkins |
| Anita Gillette | ... | Suellen |
| Charles Mattocks | ... | Ben Tyler |
| Millie Perkins | ... | Doris |
| Jack Gilpin | ... | Carter Glenn |
| Novella Nelson | ... | Rosetta Tyler |
| Mary Lucy Bivins | ||
| Sharlene Thomas | ||
 | Ed Grady | ... | Dr. Ringgold |
| Ronn Carroll | ... | Judge Kragen |
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Rated PG for thematic elements and brief language.Parents Guide:
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110 minCountry:
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1.33 : 1 moreSound Mix:
Ultra StereoCertification:
USA:PGFAQ
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Atticus Finch, move over! There's another morally strong Southern lawyer, with a pretty wife and a rambunctious young daughter, and he's ready to take some of your case load!
"The Summer of Ben Tyler", set early during World War II, 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.
Similarities to Atticus aside, I found this movie to be very emotionally satisfying. Everything in life may not turn out the way you expect, or the way you choose, but the difficult lessons you learn en route are "character building".
If you're seeking a strong drama that the whole family can watch, discuss and learn from, I heartily recommend this wonderful movie.