The Secret Life of Bees
Fox Searchlight Pictures | Release Date: October 17, 2008
7.2
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Generally favorable reviews based on 40 Ratings
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10
AlbertC.Oct 18, 2008
Outstanding!
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KenS.Jan 2, 2009
I love films that reach deep into my soul to resurrect emotions that are stiffled by the daily march of stress layden life. This film crushes ones heart. tosses it around, plants it on an alter and then heals it.
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ShanaK.Nov 15, 2008
The story was well written and well acted. A character driven story where the characters have a lot of depth and the story definitely evokes emotion. Bring kleenex if you cry easily in movies as there were lots of sniffles in the theatre.
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gladysNov 4, 2008
Loved it! This is a chic flick to be enjoyed on a girls outting. Strong female characters with a good story line. A definite must see.
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FataM.Oct 27, 2008
Wonderful, moving, and sooo timely ... the juxtaposition of the civil rights movement vis-a-vis Obama (today's "Zach") having a powerful chance at the presidency. Extraordinary acting on Queen Latifa's part; so warm, charismatic, Wonderful, moving, and sooo timely ... the juxtaposition of the civil rights movement vis-a-vis Obama (today's "Zach") having a powerful chance at the presidency. Extraordinary acting on Queen Latifa's part; so warm, charismatic, luminous! Faaning did an excellent job as well.… Expand
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maydaysizzyNov 30, 2017
The Secret Life of Bees is my favorite book of all time. The movie tries for the most part to capture the emotional presence from the novel with mainstream celebrities such as Alicia Keys, this isn't for the best but still the story isThe Secret Life of Bees is my favorite book of all time. The movie tries for the most part to capture the emotional presence from the novel with mainstream celebrities such as Alicia Keys, this isn't for the best but still the story is memorable and uplifting.… Expand
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