Benjamim (2004): cast, story & where to watch

2004 · Film · ★ 4.6

Benjamim poster

Released in 2004, Benjamim is a drama and romance film directed by Monique Gardenberg.

What it’s about. Benjamim Zambraia is a lonely man, a famous model with a tragic past. Some time in the past, he showed some officers the exact location where the woman he loved was hiding with her guerilla lover. As a result, the two were killed. One day, he casually meets a woman who looks very much like his former love, and this fact changes his life. Could she be the daughter of his great love? Or her reincarnation?

Who’s in it. Benjamim stars Paulo José, Cleo, Danton Mello and Chico Diaz, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Benjamim has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Benjamim page.

If you liked it. Fans of Benjamim tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Benjamim (2004)?
In US, Benjamim is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Benjamim worth watching?
Benjamim holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Benjamim?
Benjamim stars Paulo José, Cleo, Danton Mello, Chico Diaz and Guilherme Leme.
When was Benjamim released?
Benjamim was released in 2004.