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The Secret Life of Bees (2008)

Starring: Dakota Fanning, Jennifer Hudson Director: Gina Prince-Bythewood Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested) Format: DVD
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (115 customer reviews)

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Headed by an all-star cast of women, The Secret Life of Bees is the heartwarming and well-told story of a young girl who finds love and acceptance from a trio of independent sisters. The Secret Life of Bees is based on the bestselling book of the same name by Sue Monk Kidd and centers around the plight of 14-year-old Lily (Dakota Fanning). Assuming the burden for her mother's premature death, she has a precarious relationship with her abusive father T. Ray (Paul Bettany). Lily's only friend is her caregiver Rosaleen (Academy Award winner Jennifer Hudson). Set in South Carolina in 1964, when civil rights wasn't a given, Rosaleen's life is threatened by racists who'd just as soon see her dead than exercise her right to vote. Lily runs away with her to a town she believes may hold the secrets of her mother's life. There the pair meet the Boatwright sisters August (Queen Latifah), June (Alicia Keys) and May (Sophie Okonedo)--who produce the area's famous Black Madonna honey. They eventually provide Lily with the unconditional love she never felt she had and also show Rosaleen that being a black woman in the South doesn't mean she can't have a sense of worth. The Secret Life of Bees doesn't try to pass itself off as a historical documentation of race relations in the 1960s. But the fictional slice of life still resonates because of the feelings of injustice that it stirs up. Though the film is written to show the disparity between blacks and whites, there is always a strong sense of hope, thanks to the lead actresses who bring empathy and dignity to their roles. Hudson exhibits some of the same quiet grace that Regina Taylor brought to her role as the family housekeeper in the superb TV series I'll Fly Away. Latifah has the part of wise matriarch down pat, even when she's playing a sister rather than a mother. And it's clear that Fanning is making a seamless transition from kid to young adult roles. Whether she's giving an impassioned monologue or listening thoughtfully, Fanning brings nuance and intelligence to her role. --Jae-Ha Kim



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SET IN SOUTH CAROLINA IN 1964, IS THE MOVING TALE OF LILY OWENS (FANNING) A 14 YEAR-OLD GIRL WHO IS HAUNTED BY THE MEMORY OF HER LATE MOTHER (BURTON).

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28 of 32 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars This one pulls at your heart strings, January 2, 2009
This is the best movie I have seen in a long time. I think I had tears in my eyes through 75% of the movie. This is Dakota Fanning's best performance. Jennifer Hudson was spectacular. Queen Latifah delivered like never before. Everyone was amazing in this film. Don't waste your time renting this one because it's one to own. You really connect with the characters and the issues at hand. This is a must see movie.
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5.0 out of 5 stars heatwarming, January 17, 2009
By Daren N. Heaton (Laie, HI United States) - See all my reviews
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Excellent movie. Almost perfect version of the book. I was expecting a PG though but still it's a great movie. For me one of the best movies of 2008.
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21 of 24 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Best movie of 2008!!, January 2, 2009
I thought this was the best movie of 2008! It was SO GOOD! Granted I had some movies that I went to and watched over and over again, this one I only watched once but once I watched it I knew it would be a timeless classic. Don't rent this movie! Just buy it! It's SO GOOD!
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Secret Life of Bees
This is an excellent movie covering subjects such as black/white relationships, coming of age issues and sisterhood. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Dena Leasure

5.0 out of 5 stars One in a million
There are sooooo few good movies out there these days - the vast majority are a major waste of time (and money). Read more
Published 1 month ago by B. Spier

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best movies I've seen in along time
"The Secret life of Bees" should have been a HUGE hit.All of the actors are great,especially Queen Latifah and Dakota Fanning. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Bob Waskiewicz

5.0 out of 5 stars A real tear-jerker
I loved Sue Monk Kidd's novel "The Secret Life of Bees" and was pleased with the film adaptation as well. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Melissa Niksic

5.0 out of 5 stars Secret Life of Bees
Wow! I think this is a great movie for mothers and daughters. This was an absolutely wonderful movie. Great cast choices all around. Read more
Published 2 months ago by A. Brown

5.0 out of 5 stars The Secret Life of Bees
This was a very good movie. Dakota Fanning was fantastic and Queen Latifah was at her best. It is a show about relationships and how they work together either for good or bad. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Sandra Walker

5.0 out of 5 stars Good Movie
I enjoyed this movie and had to have it as part of my collection of movies. Shipped quickly and on time.
Published 2 months ago by MsP

5.0 out of 5 stars Great movie!
I am a huge fan of the book and was curious to see the movie adaptation. While there are some minor differences, the movie is pretty fantastic. I would definitely recommend it!
Published 2 months ago by A. Tango

5.0 out of 5 stars Best...
Simply one of the most uplifting movies I have seen in a very long time. The movie for me lives up to the book, minus the change in Lily's hair color and less development with... Read more
Published 3 months ago by G. Torres

5.0 out of 5 stars Such A Beautiful Movie
It's been a LONG time since I've seen a movie that has reduced me to tears. This movie was so heart-wrenching and heart-warming that you'd have to be pretty detached emotionally... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Lorrie Covington

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