Benten Films

The first distribution label curated and run by film critics, ever passionate in bringing the best of independent and world cinema to the North American market. Benten is designed for cinephiles to uncover lost masterpieces and future classics, with an eye on overlooked gems that deserve greater recognition.

Other 'Benten Films' content

The GoodTimesKid

Momma's Man director Azazel Jacobs stars alongside director Gerardo Naranjo in his 2005 second US indie feature, lovingly brought to region-free DVD by Benten Films.

Team Picture

Benten Pictures go back into 'mumblecore' territory with their latest DVD release with an amiable piece of slice-of-life Southern states slackerdom from Kentucker Audley. Noel Megahey reviews the US Region 0 release.

The Free Will

Benten Films present the US Region 1 DVD release of Matthias Glasner's award-winning and controversial story of a convicted serial rapist's return into society. Noel Megahey reviews.

The Guatemalan Handshake

The latest lavish 2-disc release from US indie specialist label Benten Films, Todd Rohal’s debut feature starring Will Oldham, is a unique and wonderful exploration of smalltown life and relationships. Noel Megahey reviews.

Quiet City & Dance Party, USA

Benten Films present two films by Aaron Katz, one of America's leading young filmmakers. Indie, slacker, mumblecore - whatever you want to call it - just two simple, beautiful movies about youth and growing up. Noel Megahey reviews.

LOL

Benten Films release Joe Swanberg’s low-budget feature, part of the US Indie "mumblecore" movement - a witty and intelligent look at our relationships through technological communication devices. Noel Megahey reviews.