Sutton Life Centre

The film for May at the Sutton Life Centre is Belle (Cert 12A), a 2013 British period drama starring Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Tom Wilkinson, Miranda Richardson and Penelope Wilton.  Directed by Amma Asante Belle tells the story of the relationship between an aspiring lawyer and the mixed-race daughter of an aristocrat.  It is set against the background of a court hearing which helped to contribute to the abolition of slavery in Britain.

“…a handsomely mounted and emotionally engaging drama that smartly examines issues of race, class and gender while leaving nary a dry eye in the house.”  Critic Mark Kermode in the Observer

Belle is presented by the Friends of Sutton Life Centre.

Friday, 29 May at 7pm.  (Refreshments, £2). No booking needed. Sutton Life Centre, 24 Alcorn Close, Sutton, SM3 9PX