Standout: The Ben Kjar Story (2026)
With no chance at an ordinary life, he lived an extraordinary one.
2026 · PG · 1h 39m · Documentary
Genres: Documentary
Standout tells the powerful story of Ben Kjar, born with Crouzon Syndrome, a rare craniofacial disorder. From birth, doctors warn that his life will be overshadowed by limitations. Ben yearns for an ordinary life free from the harsh scrutiny he faces daily.
Director: Tanner Christensen
Writers: Tanner Christensen
Music by: Christian Davis
Cinematography: T.C. Christensen
Editor: Tanner Christensen
Cast
Ben Kjar as SelfLaCol Grant as SelfAnthony Robles as SelfColton Fielding as Young BenEmily Wadley as Young StanaStana Kjar as SelfScott Kjar as SelfParker D. Vaughn as Jerk DadScarlett Hazen as CheerleaderAlisia Abegg as SelfAaliyah Booker as SelfHadyn Call as SelfMore like this
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