Benjy
Originally released in 1951. Benjy is a documentary film. directed by Fred Zinnemann. At just 10 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lee Aaker, Neville Brand, and Helen Brown
Synopsis
Benjy is a 1951 American short documentary film directed by Fred Zinnemann. It won an Oscar in 1952 for Documentary Short Subject. Henry Fonda narrates this short film about a boy who was handicapped from birth. An orthopedic pediatrician wants to provide a therapeutic regimen that could cure the child, a scoliosis patient, but first he needs to convince the boy's parents, who have rejected the child because of his disabilities.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1951
75 years ago
Runtime
0h 10m
10 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjy about?
Benjy is a 1951 American short documentary film directed by Fred Zinnemann. It won an Oscar in 1952 for Documentary Short Subject. Henry Fonda narrates this short film about a boy who was handicapp...
Who directed Benjy?
Benjy was directed by Fred Zinnemann.
How long is Benjy?
Benjy has a runtime of 0 hours and 10 minutes (10 minutes total).
When was Benjy released?
Benjy was released on January 1, 1951 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Benjy?
The main cast of Benjy includes Lee Aaker, Neville Brand, Helen Brown, Henry Fonda, Louis Lettieri.