"Bella" To Start Showing At Theatres In Toledo And Columbus November 9th and 16th!

Pro-lifers can go to the movie theater and see a miracle: a film that embraces the sanctity of human life. "Bella", winner of the 2006 Toronto International Film Festival's "People's Choice Award," opened October 26th in 31 markets nationwide. It is the story of a Mexican soccer star, Jose (played by Eduardo Verastegui), who endures tragedy and later works quietly as a chef in a New York restaurant. There he meets Nina (Emmy Award-winning actress Tammy Blanchard), a waitress who is fired just as she learns she is pregnant and is considering abortion. "In one irreversible moment, a simple act of kindness brings them together and turns an ordinary day into an unforgettable experience," according to the film's production notes. "Before the day is through, Jose must confront his own haunting past to show Nina how the healing power of love can help her embrace the future. Inspired by true events, "Bella" is a heartwarming story about friendship, family and our capacity for love in the face of the unexpected."

While the film had only a limited release on October 26, a successful initial run will now bring it to a wider audience. In Ohio, initially only theatres in Cleveland were showing the movie. Now after its successful initial run, theatres in Columbus and Toledo have been added for the weekends of November 9th and 16th. Find a theatre near you by going to the "Bella" movie website at: http://www.bellathemovie.com/

Ohio Right to Life Staff and Board members have seen this movie and were deeply moved by the profound "respect life" message. We strongly encourage you to go see this amazing and powerful movie and request that you encourage others to go see it as well.