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Matthew Goode | ... | ||
Lauren Julien-Box | ... | ||
Natasha Williams | ... |
Poor Woman
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Alan McKenna | ... |
Harry
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Penelope Wilton | ... |
Lady Mary Murray
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Cara Jenkins | ... | ||
Emily Watson | ... |
Lady Mansfield
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Tom Wilkinson | ... | ||
Sarah Gadon | ... | ||
Gugu Mbatha-Raw | ... | ||
Miranda Richardson | ... |
Lady Ashford
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James Norton | ... |
Oliver Ashford
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Tom Felton | ... | ||
Timothy Walker | ... |
Wimbridge
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Sam Reid | ... |
BELLE is inspired by the true story of Dido Elizabeth Belle (Gugu Mbatha-Raw), the illegitimate mixed race daughter of a Royal Navy Captain. Raised by her aristocratic great-uncle Lord Mansfield (Tom Wilkinson) and his wife (Emily Watson), Belle's lineage affords her certain privileges, yet the color of her skin prevents her from fully participating in the traditions of her social standing. Left to wonder if she will ever find love, Belle falls for an idealistic young vicar's son bent on change who, with her help, shapes Lord Mansfield's role as Lord Chief Justice to end slavery in England. Written by Fox Searchlight Pictures
...that Peter Saunders must have been watching a different movie. I don't agree with him at all. I enjoyed this movie to the fullest. Though the ending was a bit predictable, the acting, sets (incredible), and story were wonderful. The costume designer should win an award...As well as the set designer. Don't let his review keep you from seeing this film. Watch it, enjoy it, and see for yourself if you like it. Seven bucks well spent. If you like period pieces, go see it. The sets alone are worth the trip. And the lead actress was both beautiful and played her role very well. Maybe there weren't enough explosions or CGI to make Peter happy...