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Belle

2021·Movie
2h 1min·PG-13

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Belle fingerprint

Stunning style, high energy, a touch of humor.

Energy

Epic and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle9
  • Fast Pace7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Awe-inspiring and deeply moving

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Wonder10
  • Pathos9
  • Hopefulness9

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Physical Comedy3
  • Absurdist Humor3

World

The future, games, and technology

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion10
  • Rewatchability9
  • Novelty9

Craft

Standout direction, characters, and storytelling

  • Direction9
  • Character Depth9
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout score, visual style, and cinematography

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Music Composition10
  • Visual Stylization10
  • Music Centrality10

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

You are no longer alone.

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.
Virtual World OdysseyAnime Musical DramaEmotional Healing JourneyVisually StunningModern Fairy TaleOnline Identity ExplorationCharacter-Driven NarrativeHigh School LifeFantasy Adventure

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Belle

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Where can I stream Belle legally?

Belle is included with a subscription to Philo and HBO Max in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Belle worth watching?

83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 95%, and Metacritic 83). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Belle rated?

PG-13Disturbing imagery

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is Belle?

2 h 1 min

Belle runs 2 h 1 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Belle?

Critics89
Audiences79

Not quite. Critics rate Belle higher (89) than audiences (79). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Belle in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Belle?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Belle in 75 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Belle use?

Age CutBlack Gal on White Guy DramaCool Old LadySweet and Sour GrapesSheltered AristocratKarma HoudiniGold DiggerThe Big Damn KissVery Loosely Based on a True StoryLast-Second Word SwapDeliberate Values DissonanceHeroic Bastardand 26 more

TV Tropes lists 38 storytelling tropes for Belle, including Age Cut, Black Gal on White Guy Drama, Cool Old Lady.