The Secret Life of Bees

Set in South Carolina in the 1960s, "The Secret Life of Bees" follows a young girl named Lily Owens as she escapes her troubled home life to search for answers about her deceased mother. She finds refuge with a trio of African American sisters who raise bees and teach her about life, love, and forgiveness. The movie explores themes of motherhood, race relations, and the healing power of community. The central conflict revolves around Lily's search for identity and belonging in a world marked by prejudice and loss.