Benjamin
“It's about my inability to love. But I'm fine now.”
Synopsis
Benjamin, a rising star filmmaker, is on the brink of premiering his difficult second film No Self at the London Film Festival when Billie, his hard drinking publicist, introduces him to a mesmeric French musician called Noah.
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Benjamin | Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-06-02
Top Cast
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Colin Morgan
Benjamin
Phénix Brossard
Noah
Joel Fry
Stephen
Jessica Raine
Billie
Jack Rowan
Harry
Anna Chancellor
Tessa
Nathan Stewart-Jarrett
Paul
Michèle Belgrand
Adrienne
James Lailey
Claude
Ellie Kendrick
Anne the Dancer
Mark Kermode
Himself
Simon Mayo
Himself
Gabe Gilmour
Bodhi
Robin Peters
Editor
Arnab Chanda
Guru
James Bloor
Alex
Jessie Cave
Martha
Joanne Howarth
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Release History & Theatrical Window
BFI London Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
July 24, 2020
VOD & Digital Platforms
July 24, 2020
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Simon Amstell
- Screenplay & Story
- Simon Amstell, Kate Leys, Dan Swimer
- Original Score
- James Righton
- Original Title
- Benjamin
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Open Palm Films, Art Sploitation Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Simon Amstell
Simon Amstell, Kate Leys, Dan Swimer
James Righton
David Pimm
Robin Peters
Alexandra Breede, Dominic Dromgoole, Louise Simpson, Mark Coombs
Department Leadership Roster
James Righton
Original Music Composer
Simon Amstell
Director
Alexandra Breede
Producer
Dominic Dromgoole
Producer
Louise Simpson
Producer
Robin Peters
Editor
Hannah Purdy Foggin
Production Design
Oliver Cronk
Costume Design
Simon Amstell
Writer
David Pimm
Director of Photography
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International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Benjamin
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What is Benjamin about?
Benjamin, a rising star filmmaker, is on the brink of premiering his difficult second film No Self at the London Film Festival when Billie, his hard drinking publicist, introduces him to a mesmeric French musician called Noah.
Who directed Benjamin?
Benjamin was directed by Simon Amstell.
Who stars in Benjamin?
The principal cast of Benjamin includes Colin Morgan, Phénix Brossard, Joel Fry, Jessica Raine, Jack Rowan.
When was Benjamin released and how long is it?
Benjamin was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Benjamin?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Benjamin was composed by James Righton.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Benjamin?
Benjamin holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).