Feeling all nostalgic for VHS tapes and a good horror flick? Then buckle up for Benny’s Video, a 1992 psychological horror film that’s equal parts creepy and thought-provoking. This Austrian flick by director Michael Haneke will take you on a dark journey into the mind of Benny, a teenager obsessed with violent videos.
Here’s how you can watch and stream Benny’s Video via streaming services such as HBO Max.
Is Benny’s Video available to watch via streaming?
Yes, Benny’s Video is available to watch via streaming on HBO Max.
The film centers on Benny, a 14-year-old who lives through the lens of his camcorder. His wealthy parents, emotionally distant and wrapped up in their own lives, do little to curb his fascination with violent videos. Benny’s world becomes a series of disturbing images, a curated reality far removed from genuine human connection.
One fateful day, the lines between Benny’s filmed world and reality blur irrevocably. The film doesn’t shy away from the consequences, forcing us to confront the darkness that can fester when violence becomes entertainment.
The film is directed by Michael Haneke. The main voice cast includes Arno Frisch as Benny, Angela Winkle Mutter, and Ulrich Müh as Vater.
Watch Benny’s Video streaming via HBO Max
Benny’s Video is available to watch on HBO Max.
HBO Max boasts a huge collection of shows and movies. You’ll find everything from critically acclaimed HBO originals like Game of Thrones and Succession to classic Warner Bros. films and fan-favorite DC Comics franchises.
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- Enter your personal information and password
- Select ‘Create Account’
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Benny’s Video synopsis is as follows:
A 14-year-old video enthusiast obsessed with violent films decides to make one of his own and show it to his parents, with tragic results.
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