Ben (1972)
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"Ben" is a 1972 American horror film directed by Phil Karlson. The film follows Danny Garrison, a lonely boy with a heart condition, who befriends Ben, a rat that was once the pet of Willard Stiles. As Danny finds companionship in Ben, the rat forms an army of deadly rodents. The authorities struggle to control the increasing threat posed by these creatures. While Danny's bond with Ben helps him face personal challenges, the growing danger from Ben's colony puts the entire community at risk. This sequel to "Willard" offers a mix of horror and emotional depth, featuring a theme song by Michael Jackson.
Cast:
Lee Harcourt Montgomery as Danny Garrison
Joseph Campanella as Cliff Kirtland
Arthur O'Connell as Billy Hatfield
Rosemary Murphy as Beth Garrison
Meredith Baxter as Eve Garrison
Kaz Garas as Joe Greer
Paul Carr as Kelly
Richard van Vleet as Reade
Kenneth Tobey as Engineer
James Luisi as Ed
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