Belle

You are no longer alone.

2021 • 121 min • Animation · Science Fiction · Drama · Music

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Synopsis

Suzu is a 17-year-old high-school student living in a rural town with her father. Wounded by the loss of her mother at a young age, Suzu one day discovers the massive online world "U" and dives into this alternate reality as her avatar, Belle. Before long, all of U's eyes are fixed on Belle, when, suddenly, a mysterious, dragon-like figure appears before her.

Our family guide

Best from age 10

Movie Knight Score

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100 Reviewers · 2 · 51%
76 Audience · 902 · 49%

Suzu, a shy teen, escapes her grief over her mother's death by joining the vibrant virtual world "U" as her avatar, Belle. She quickly becomes a singing sensation, but her world is turned upside down when she encounters a mysterious, feared beast. Belle embarks on a quest to uncover the beast's identity, leading her to confront her own insecurities and past trauma.

Violence & peril: 3/10
Language: 1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 2/10
Scary moments: 4/10

Heads up

Brief scenes of online peril and bullying
Themes of child abuse are implied
Emotional intensity around loss and trauma

What it models well

Finding your voice
Empathy and compassion
Overcoming trauma
Courage to help others

Talk about it after

The impact of online anonymity
The importance of self-acceptance
Dealing with grief and loss
Helping those in need

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Top billed cast

Director: Mamoru Hosoda • Crew: Mamoru Hosoda

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Reviewer notes

RecommendedTrusted family reviewers
The Anime Beauty And The Beast RemakeWatched Belle with Actress/Singer Kylie McNeill as Suzu/Belle, Paul Castro Jr. As Kei/Dragon , Bentley Griffin as Tomo/Angel , Jessica DiCicco as Hiro-Chan,Manny Jacinto as Shinobu ,Hunter Schafer as Ruka and Chace Crawford as **** film is a modern retelling of Beauty and the Beast. While not without its flaws, it stands out as a powerful and emotional experience.…
Joogle83, TMDB Community

RecommendedTrusted family reviewers
Belle reimagines Beauty and the Beast as a tender exploration of identity, pain, and self-acceptance in the digital age. Suzu, a shy girl haunted by trauma, finds freedom through her virtual persona, Belle, whose voice reconnects her to the world she once feared. When she encounters the mysterious Beast, their bond becomes a mirror of their hidden wounds and longing to be understood.…
Alunauwie, TMDB Community