Belle (2013) movie poster

Belle (2013)

"Based on the inspiring true story"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 68%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 74% (RT: 84%, MC: 64) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Drama

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Director
Runtime
1h 45m
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.1/10 (719 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
84%
Metacritic
64
Cast
Gugu Mbatha-Raw as Dido Elizabeth Belle
Tom Wilkinson as Lord Mansfield
Sam Reid as John Davinier
Emily Watson as Lady Mansfield
Sarah Gadon as Lady Elizabeth Murray
Miranda Richardson as Lady Ashford
Penelope Wilton as Lady Mary Murray
Tom Felton as James Ashford
It's divisive. Only 68% of audiences liked it based on 719 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 74%.
Overview
Dido Elizabeth Bell, the illegitimate, mixed-race daughter of a Royal Navy admiral, plays an important role in the campaign to abolish slavery in England. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of Belle was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • During production of Belle, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

Belle is a 2013 drama film directed by Amma Asante. Dido Elizabeth Bell, the illegitimate, mixed-race daughter of a Royal Navy admiral, plays an important role in the campaign to abolish slavery in England. The film has been rated by 719 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, Belle delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Belle (2013) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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