BEN IS BACK: Director Peter Hedges Was Inspired By His Own Life

Hedges on working with his son and Julia Roberts in new drama.

Filmmaker Peter Hedges talks to Dave Morales about his new film, Ben Is Back. Hedges explains what inspired him to create the drama, which stars Julia Roberts and Lucas Hedges (his son!).

The film’s synopsis:

Nineteen-year-old Ben Burns unexpectedly returns to his family’s suburban home on Christmas Eve. Ben’s mom, Holly, is relieved and welcoming but wary of her son’s drug addiction. Over a turbulent 24 hours, new truths are revealed, and a mother’s undying love gets put to the test as Holly does everything in her power to keep Ben clean.

Ben Is Back hits theaters on December 7th. Check out the full interview below!