Ben Is Back (2018)

In the heartrending drama of "Ben Is Back" (2018), the precarious journey of the charismatic yet tormented Ben Burns (Hedges) unfolds. Breaking free from the confines of residential therapy, against seasoned advice, Ben makes a surprising homecoming to his family on a fateful Christmas Eve. His doting mother, Holly Burns (Roberts), is thrilled and anxious in equal measure, extending the warmest of welcomes to her prodigal son, despite the ominous predictions of his cynical younger sister Ivy. As the family's joyous reunion teeters on the edge of despair, Holly's vigilant eyes never stray far from Ben, a constant reminder of his tarnished past and the dangers lurking around the corner. The community's hostile reception to Ben's return, coupled with the looming threat of relapse, casts a foreboding shadow over their holiday festivities. However, the family's plight takes a turn for the worse when their beloved dog Ponce is mysteriously abducted, igniting a dangerous quest that puts Holly and Ben in the crosshairs of those who despise him enough to cause harm. In this ticking-clock narrative, every second in the ensuing 24 hours could alter their lives irrevocably. Holly finds herself in a desperate race against time to prevent her family's ominous downfall, putting her love and determination to the ultimate test. As temptation and danger escalate, will Ben's desperate move lead to salvation or destruction? The haunting tale of love, redemption, and the unyielding bond of family is encapsulated in this gripping drama that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats until the very end.

Ben Is Back is a drama movie featuring Faith Logan.

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