Benjamin (2018 film)

Benjamin is a 2018 British comedy-drama film written and directed by Simon Amstell. It stars Colin Morgan, Phénix Brossard, Joel Fry, Jessica Raine, Anna Chancellor, and Jack Rowan. The film follows Benjamin (Morgan), a young filmmaker in London struggling with his second feature film and his anxieties about love and creativity.

The film explores themes of insecurity, self-doubt, artistic angst, and modern relationships. It is semi-autobiographical, drawing on Amstell's own experiences in the film industry. Benjamin premiered at the London Film Festival in October 2018 and received generally positive reviews, with critics praising Morgan's performance and Amstell's sensitive portrayal of anxiety and the struggles of young creatives. The film was released in the United Kingdom in March 2019.