The Murder of Benjamin

The Murder of Benjamin

2026 · 96 min · Drama

On a cold night in Holmlia, 15-year-old Benjamin is murdered by 19-year-old Joe Erling Jahr in a racially motivated assault. A year later, Benjamin's mother, Marit, faces her son’s killer in court.

Directed by Ingvild Søderlind

In theaters Oct 2, 2026

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