Bella

MPAA Rating: PG-13

Entertainment: +3

Content: +3

Sophia Nyweide, Eduardo Verastequi, Ramon Rodriquez, Tammy Blanchard. Drama. Written by Patrick Million, Alejandro Gomez Monteverde. Directed by Alejandro Gomez Monteverde.

FILM SYNOPSIS: After losing her job due to morning sickness, a young waitress/mother-to-be is befriended by the restaurants chef, who quickly becomes a confidante. His mysterious past and the reason for his tenderness toward the unwed woman are slowly but movingly revealed.

PREVIEW REVIEW: Bella (Spanish for beautiful) is one of the most touching stories of recent memory. Winner of several festival awards, including the coveted Peoples Choice Award at the 2006 Toronto Film Festival, Bella (pronounced Baya) is a compelling and inspirational tale with positive role models (the male lead is a Christian in real life). It is a film that celebrates the Latino culture, family and the value of a life.

Rated PG-13, it receives that rating for the subjects of the accidental death of a child and a young woman debating whether to abort her unborn child, but the subjects are handled with discretion, the pro-life statement is clear and there is no objectionable language, nor any sexual situations. It deals with life-changing moments, and begins with the illumination, If you want to make God laugh, tell Him your plans. Isn't that the truth.

Preview Reviewer: Phil Boatwright
Distributor: Roadside Attractions

Summary
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Crude Language: None

Obscene Language: None

Profanity: None

Violence: A child is hit by a car, resulting in death; we do not see the actual impact, but the scene may be disturbing for little ones. Nor will they understand the films themes or subject matter. But teens and above will be moved by the thought provoking story.

Sex: None

Nudity: None

Sexual Dialogue/Gesture: None

Drugs: Wine is served with dinner. The lead is seen smoking a cigar in his younger, more cavalier days.

Other: None

Running Time: 91 minutes
Intended Audience: Teens and Older

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