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Bella

A chef with a mysterious past spends the day with a waitress who needs a friend.

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“Bella” tells the story of Nina, a young waitress struggling in New York City who discovers she is pregnant and considers an abortion. She confides in Jose, the restaurant’s chef, about her situation.Jose invites Nina to his home, where they spend the day sharing their deepest secrets and life experiences.Through their conversation, Nina is deeply impacted by Jose’s story of loss and redemption. She ultimately decides against abortion and chooses to place the child up for adoption.

Director: Alejandro Monteverde
Writers: Alejandro Monteverde • Patrick Million • Leo Severino
Stars: Eduardo Verástegui • Tammy Blanchard • Manny Perez
91 min
PG-13
2006
Drama • Romance
Adoption, Family, Life, Pro-Life, Redemption

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Recommended by:

Colleen Carroll Campbell

Colleen Carroll Campbell

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“Bella” is included in our library because its positive life-affirming messages. The film centers around the theme of adoption, presenting it as a positive alternative to abortion. It thus promotes the sanctity of life portraying the value of human life from conception, emphasizing the importance of protecting and cherishing every individual.
The film highlights the importance of family, both biological and adoptive, emphasizing the role of parents in nurturing and guiding children.

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