Ben David: Broken Sky
Ben David: Broken Sky

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Ben David: Broken Sky

2007
Movie
90 min
English

In post-apocalyptic America a ruthless and elusive warlord named Golhardt rises up to seize vast regions of land for himself and attempts to re-write history. Now the only hope for the remnants of society is Ben David, a lonely Zen warrior who is forced to put his peaceful ways aside to battle Golhardt.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users85%
Director: David M. RosenthalGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A reclusive, brilliant young man named Ben David grapples with the disappearance of his father, a renowned astrophysicist. As he delves deeper into his father's complex research, Ben uncovers a dangerous conspiracy that threatens not only his own life but potentially the world. He must race against time to decipher cryptic clues and confront powerful forces who will stop at nothing to silence the truth.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Ben David: Broken Sky' garnered a mixed to positive reception. Critics often praised its ambitious narrative, stylish direction, and the strong lead performance by Ben Feldman, who was relatively unknown at the time. However, some found the plot to be overly convoluted in its later stages, and the film's pacing occasionally faltered. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating its intriguing mystery and psychological tension.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its compelling central mystery and atmospheric suspense.

  • Ben Feldman delivers a breakout performance as the troubled protagonist.

  • Some critics noted a slightly muddled third act that detracted from an otherwise engaging thriller.

Google audience: Audiences frequently highlighted the film's intelligent storyline and the captivating performance of its lead. Many viewers found the suspenseful plot and thematic depth to be its strongest assets, though a minority felt the ending could have been clearer.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Feature Film at the Tribeca Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film's distinctive visual style and color palette were heavily influenced by classic noir films, aiming to reflect the protagonist's increasingly distorted perception of reality.

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