Claim: Sophie Okonedo appeared in various films including Hellboy where she starred as Lady Hatton, and in the film The Secret Life of Bees, a 2008 American drama film adapted from the novel of the same name by Sue Monk Kidd, where she got a Black Reel nomination for Best  Supporting Actress.
Evidence: Hellboy Lady Hatton The Secret Life of Bees May Boatwright Nominated – Black Reel Award for Best Supporting Actress
Nominated – Black Reel Award for Best Acting by an Ensemble
Nominated – NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture
Nominated – Satellite Award for Best Supporting Actress – Motion Picture The Secret Life of Bees is a 2008 American drama film adapted from the novel of the same name by Sue Monk Kidd.