Ben X (2007)
Kernel Score: 75% · 322 ratings
Genres: Drama
Released: 2007-08-26
Runtime: 90 minutes
Overview
Harassed by bullies because of his mild autism, teen Ben finds refuge in an online computer game, which leads him to his virtual dream girl, Scarlite. Together, the odd couple seeks revenge against Ben's tormentors.
Ben X parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Ben X is a drama about a bullied autistic teen who escapes into an online video game and plots revenge on his tormentors with his virtual love interest.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Depicts bullying and mobbing of a teen with Asperger's, along with a plotted revenge against tormentors.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Nic Balthazar
Cast
- Greg Timmermans as Ben
- Laura Verlinden as Scarlite
- Marijke Pinoy as Moeder
- Pol Goossen as Vader
- Titus De Voogdt as Bogaert
- Maarten Claeyssens as Desmedt
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- Gilles De Schryver as Coppola
- Bavo Smets as Ben - 6 jaar
Ben X FAQ
Is Ben X good?
Ben X has a 75% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 322 audience ratings.
Is Ben X OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Ben X is a drama about a bullied autistic teen who escapes into an online video game and plots revenge on his tormentors with his virtual love interest.
What movies are like Ben X?
If you liked Ben X, try Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close, Rain Man, Temple Grandin and Searching for Bobby Fischer.