directed by: Amma Asante, year: 2013
actors: Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Tom Wilkinson, Emily Watson, Sarah Gadon, Sam Reid

Belle is a 2013 historical drama inspired by the true story of Dido Elizabeth Belle, the illegitimate mixed-race daughter of a Royal Navy Captain. Raised by her aristocratic great-uncle, Lord Mansfield, Belle faces obstacles due to her race and social standing, yet is privileged by her lineage. The film explores themes of racial inequality, social justice, and love, as Belle navigates societal challenges and influences her uncle's role in ending slavery in England.

Race, Identity, Social Class, Historical Drama, Romance