Review of Belle (2013) by Sharon H — 23 May 2014

Beautifully made movie. Strong performances and moving story.

This review of Belle (2013) was written by Sharon H on 23 May 2014.

Belle has generally received positive reviews.

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Without a doubt one my favorite movies. Any fan of period pieces will love Belle…

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By Matt H (2,287) on 24 Aug 2015

Good historical drama, reminded me of Saving Grace, which was also solid, but I enjoyed Belle more because it had a more charismatic lead…

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By Emma D (218) on 25 Jul 2015

I found Mbatha-Raw so beautiful I couldn't take my eyes off her on the screen. Shame the story wasn't as compelling…

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But in trying to give us a woman to root for [Amma] Asante drops twenty-first century characters into the 1700s, taking many liberties with…

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By Tony P (976) on 22 Jul 2015

Classy but overly mannered period drama made in the same style as several BBC dramas of the same kind and poorer for that…

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Belle is 12 Years a Slave written by Legally Blonde's Elle Woods: a frothing bonnet-athon that owes more to Jane Austen than it does to William…

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By Tom H (1,836) on 08 May 2015

Beautifully shot, great costumes and a story line to keep your attention, this accomplished period piece somehow does not fulfill expectations…

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By John B (4,244) on 09 Jul 2017

Excellent movie! It should have been promoted and played on more screens. We can't wait for the DVD or iTunes Movie release to add to our collection…

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By Jennifer T (990) on 27 Dec 2015

Belle was a great movie. From its subtle start to its direct ending, it was very enjoyable and interesting to see…

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