Belle 2021
“You are no longer alone.”
What is Belle?
"Belle" is a 2021 film that explores the life of a 17-year-old high-school student living in a rural town with her father. This young woman has been affected by a significant loss in her life, specifically the passing of her mother at a young age.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2021
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 121 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 16, 2021
- Studios
- Studio Chizu, Nippon Television Network Corporation, dentsu
- Genres
- Animation, Science Fiction, Fantasy
- Updated
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Overview
"Belle" is a 2021 film that explores the life of a 17-year-old high-school student living in a rural town with her father. This young woman has been affected by a significant loss in her life, specifically the passing of her mother at a young age. To cope with her emotions, she discovers an online world called "U" and creates an avatar named Belle. The avatar, Belle, gains widespread attention in the virtual world, and the protagonist's life is subsequently altered by a dramatic event involving a mysterious figure in the shape of a dragon-like creature.
Should you watch it?
“A grieving teen finds solace and fame in a sprawling virtual world.”
- Directed by Mamoru Hosoda
- Features integrated musical sequences
- Explores grief and digital identity
- Runtime exceeds two hours
Watch it if you enjoy animated dramas that explore grief and virtual worlds.
Rated PG, it deals with loss and identity, suitable for teens and older.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed Belle?
Belle was directed by Mamoru Hosoda.
Who voices the main character?
The film stars Kaho Nakamura as the voice of Belle.
How old is the protagonist?
Suzu, the protagonist, is a 17‑year‑old high‑school student.
What is the name of the online world Suzu explores?
She explores a massive online world called “U.”
What genres describe the film?
Belle is an animated science‑fiction drama with musical elements.