Ben X (2007)
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.
Production Companies
Additional Info
| Budget | $1,500,000.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $27.00 |
| Original Language | nl |
| Popularity | 7.092 |
Directed By
Nic Balthazar
Crew
Sabine Veenendaal
Erwin Provoost
Michiel de Rooij
Praga Khan
Philippe Ravoet
Peter Bouckaert
Nic Balthazar
Nic Balthazar
Lou Berghmans
Burny Bos
TOP CAST
Greg Timmermans
Ben
Laura Verlinden
Scarlite
Marijke Pinoy
Moeder
Pol Goossen
Vader
Titus De Voogdt
Bogaert
Maarten Claeyssens
Desmedt
Tania Van der Sanden
Sabine
Cesar De Sutter
Jonas
Gilles De Schryver
Coppola
Bavo Smets
Ben - 6 jaar
Ron Cornet
Directeur
Katrien Pierlet
Kleuterjuf
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