The Secret Life of Bees (2002) is a novel by American author Sue Monk Kidd. It was adapted for the screen by Gina Prince-Bythewood, who also directed the movie.
Yes. Lily has black hair and is described differently. However, studios opted for Dakota Fanning for a larger audience and decided to leave her hair and appearance as is.
That's true—August, June, and May are all 60 to 65 years old. The actresses selected for the roles are in their 20s and 30s. The cast has been changed to younger to attract a wider audience.
There are actually three young Lilys. Emma Sage Bowman's face shots were used in the actual movie. Emily Alyn Lind's body and hands shots were used in the movie. Addy Miller was also cast and filmed but is not in the final cut of the movie.
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- How long is The Secret Life of Bees?1 hour and 54 minutes
- When was The Secret Life of Bees released?October 17, 2008
- What is the IMDb rating of The Secret Life of Bees?7.2 out of 10
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- Who are the characters in The Secret Life of Bees?Lily Owens, August Boatwright, Rosaleen Daise, June Boatwright, May Boatwright, T. Ray Owens, Deborah Owens, Zach Taylor, Neil, Greta, and others
- What is the plot of The Secret Life of Bees?1964. Lily, a lonely teenager, flees from her home and reaches a small town in South Carolina. Once there, she finds herself in the company of the Boatwright sisters who introduce her to a new world.
- What was the budget for The Secret Life of Bees?$11 million
- How much did The Secret Life of Bees earn at the worldwide box office?$40 million
- How much did The Secret Life of Bees earn at the US box office?$37.8 million
- What is The Secret Life of Bees rated?PG-13
- What genre is The Secret Life of Bees?Drama
- How many awards has The Secret Life of Bees won?11 awards
- How many awards has The Secret Life of Bees been nominated for?28 nominations
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