Bella

2006·Movie
1h 31min·PG-13
66
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.0Metacritic757.6Rotten Tomatoes45%81%

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Bella fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Moving and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Catharsis8
  • Romance7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, sports, and family

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

One person can change your life forever

An international soccer star is on his way to sign a multimillion dollar contract when something happens that brings his career to an abrupt end. A beautiful waitress, struggling to make it in New York City, discovers something about herself that she's unprepared for. In one irreversible moment, their lives are turned upside down.
RedemptionSecond ChanceUnlikely ConnectionInner TurmoilFaith and ForgivenessEmotional JourneyContemporary DramaCharacter-DrivenNew York City

Crew

Directed by:
Alejandro Monteverde
Written by:
Alejandro Monteverde, Leo Severino, Patrick Million
Produced by:
Eduardo Verástegui, Kim Miscia, Beth Bowling
Composed by:
Stephan Altman

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Bella

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Where can I stream Bella legally?

PrimePhiloThe RokuYouTube TVFandango at Home FreeStarzPlexAmazon Prime Video Free with Ads

Bella is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, YouTube TV, and Starz in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free, YouTube Free, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Bella worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 45%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Bella rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is Bella?

1 h 31 min

Bella runs 1 h 31 min.

Is Bella based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Bella?

Critics60
Audiences76

Not quite. Audiences rate Bella higher (76) than critics (60). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Bella a box office hit?

Budget$3 million
Box office$12 million

Yes. It cost about $3 million to make and earned $12 million worldwide, 3.7 times its budget.

What language is Bella in?

EnglishSpanish

It was made in English, with some Spanish. Produced in Mexico, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Bella?

4CAESNLUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Bella in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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