Mamoru Hosoda’s work is recognized around the world, and that’s not surprising, as he’s got a long list of accomplishments. Simply put, he’s won numerous awards at various film festivals, and even received an Oscar nomination in 2019 for Mirai. Therefore, his influence and legend in the industry has grown over the years, as his catalogue speaks for itself. He’s behind Digimon: The Movie, Wolf Children, The Girl Who Leapt Through Time, Mirai, and his recent masterpiece, Belle. It’s honestly heartwarming to see a director this dedicated to his craft. Now, after Belle’s debut at the Cannes 2021 Film Festival, it’s been confirmed that Belle will be released in the UK. While no dates have been specified, it’s a done deal, as Belle will be getting a cinematic release in the UK and Ireland. For more, scroll down for the trailer and more information!
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The Fantastically Musical 90-Second Belle Trailer!
Plot: “Suzu is a 17-year-old high school student living in a rural village with her father. For years, she has only been a shadow of herself. One day, she enters “U,” a virtual world of 5 billion members on the Internet. There, she is not Suzu anymore but Belle, a world-famous singer. She soon meets with a mysterious creature. Together, they embark on a journey of adventures, challenges and love, in their quest to become who they truly are.”
– GKIDS
Mamoru Hosoda’s Belle debuted at the 2021 Cannes Film Festival on July 15, 2021. The film premiered in Japan 1 day later. Belle is currently set to be released in North America late 2021.
Belle is slated for a cinematic release in the UK and Ireland early 2022. The dates are currently unknown.
Source: AnimeNewsNetwork
