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Seen on: 02/09/2010

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Ben X (2007)

Directed by Nic Balthazar

Drama

Most recently watched by noahphex

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.

Length 90 minutes

Actors

Greg Timmermans | Laura Verlinden | Marijke Pinoy | Pol Goossen | Titus De Voogdt | Maarten Claeyssens | Tania Van der Sanden | Gilles De Schrijver | Ron Cornet | Cesar De Sutter | Bavo Smets | Katrien Pierlet

Viewing Notes

Ben X wasn’t what I expected. I guess I expected it to call on the sci-fi gaming aspect of it more but really it just takes some MMO, Archlord, and cuts in scenes from it trying to show that the main autistic character relates or sees himself as his avatar.

While this is somewhat corny and it absolutely gets repetitive I really enjoyed Greg Timmerman’s performance as Ben. He was very believable as the autistic kid and I felt bad for him during his torment.

While the end pays off, I was hoping for something more and wasn’t sure it would really make much difference in the end to his tormentors. I would have also liked to see more of his relationship with his “healer” developed, even with the twist.

All in all it’s a decent movie. Good acting, easily guessed plot and predictable outcome. Could have been better but it’s terrible by any means.

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