Belle is the story of a young woman, born the illegitimate daughter of a slave and a sea captain, she is sent to live with her Lord and Lady Uncle and Aunt, growing up as a lady's companion. As she grows older, aware of the stark differences between herself and others, she must fight the prejudice against her while also finding love in a world where her skin is seen as a fetish and not just part of herself. Tackling slavery and the views of a woman growing up in an entirely white society, this is a great film you should totally check out!
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