Benny's Video Soundtrack (

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Rating: 7.20/10 from 19000 votes
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

El vídeo de Benny

Title in Italiano:

Benny's Video

Title in Português:

Benny's Video

Synopsis

In Benny's Video, the 14-year old student Benny (Arno Frisch) spends his days at school palling around with his school mates, visiting the video arcade and watching scenes recorded by his video camera on the television monitor in his room.

Benny's mother (Angela Winkler) seems to only be available to fill the refrigerator with microwaveable treats, and his father (Ulrich Mühe) only seems to hand down cool fatherly advice. Benny's parents spend much time away leaving Benny on his own, which the young boy fills with watching a documentary film he made of a pig being slaughtered, beginning with being shot in the head with a captive bolt.

One afternoon, Benny meets a young girl (Ingrid Stassner) in front of a video store and invites her home where they have pizza and milk, and watch videos. Benny shows the young girl the captive bolt that he stole when he made the video of the pig slaughter and the two youngsters dare each other to shoot. With the video camera recording everything, Benny shoots the young girl dead and hides her body in his closet as he makes a date with his buddy from school to go to a disco and sleep over.

On his way home the next day, Benny goes to a barber and has his hair shorn off and after getting a lecture from his father about it, shows his parents the video of his killing the young girl. After discussing what has happened, his parents plan to take Benny away for a vacation and dispose of the dead body.

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User reviews

Donald Smith
8/10

The score creates a sense of tension and unease that keeps the audience on edge throughout the film.

Carol Thompson
6/10

The use of minimalist electronic music in the soundtrack complements the detached and cold nature of the protagonist, adding an additional layer of depth to the character development.

Anthony Harris
1/10

The soundtrack of Benny's Video felt out of touch with the dark and unsettling themes of the film. Instead of adding to the chilling atmosphere, the music often felt out of place and jarring, detracting from the overall viewing experience.

John Perez
7/10

The score features a diverse range of musical styles and motifs, showcasing the versatility of the composer and enhancing the thematic depth of the film.

Margaret Scott
8/10

The haunting and atmospheric score of Benny's Video perfectly captures the unsettling and disturbing tone of the film.

Anthony Anderson
7/10

The soundtrack seamlessly blends with the visuals, enhancing the overall mood and atmosphere of the film.

John Johnson
6/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Benny's Video effectively underscores the disturbing themes of the film, contributing to its overall impact and leaving a haunting impression on the audience.

Donald Campbell
7/10

The subtle use of sound effects in conjunction with the music creates a sense of dread and foreboding, adding layers to the storytelling.

Susan Hernandez
5/10

The soundtrack of Benny's Video effectively creates a sense of unease and tension throughout the film, enhancing the chilling atmosphere of the story.

Ronald Hill
6/10

The soundtrack's sparse and haunting melodies mirror the emotional emptiness and moral ambiguity that permeate the film, serving as a powerful storytelling tool.

Michael Williams
10/10

The music in Benny's Video effectively enhances the tension and suspense in key scenes, creating a sense of unease that lingers long after the movie is over.

John Thomas
9/10

The use of sound and music in Benny's Video is masterfully done, seamlessly blending with the visuals to evoke a range of emotions from discomfort to fear, making it a truly immersive experience.

Andrew Jackson
3/10

The choice of music in Benny's Video seemed repetitive and uninspired, failing to enhance the suspense or tension of key moments in the plot. It felt like a missed opportunity to create a more impactful viewing experience through a more thoughtfully curated soundtrack.

Stephanie Roberts
8/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Benny's Video is a powerful and evocative element that elevates the film to a higher level of artistry.

Ronald Nelson
8/10

The use of electronic music in the soundtrack adds a modern and edgy feel to the story, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

Ronald Mitchell
7/10

The music in Benny's Video effectively underscores key emotional moments, immersing the viewer in the intense drama of the story.

Dorothy Parker
10/10

The soundtrack of Benny's Video adds a haunting and eerie atmosphere to the film, perfectly capturing the unsettling tone of the story.

Mary Thomas
1/10

The soundtrack of Benny's Video lacked emotional depth and failed to capture the intensity of the disturbing events portrayed in the film. The music felt disconnected from the scenes, making it difficult to fully immerse myself in the story.

Joseph Campbell
6/10

The choice of music in key moments, such as the scene of the pig slaughter or the chilling climax, intensifies the impact of these scenes and leaves a lasting impression on the viewer.

Carol Carter
8/10

The music effectively conveys the inner turmoil and psychological complexity of Benny's character, adding depth to the narrative.