"Nell" is a 1994 film directed by Michael Apted, starring Jodie Foster as the title character. The story revolves around a young woman who has lived in isolation in the North Carolina mountains, developing her own unique language and way of life. The film explores themes of communication, identity, and the impact of society on individuals. As Dr. Jerome Lovell, played by Liam Neeson, and Dr. Paula Olsen, portrayed by Natasha Richardson, attempt to understand Nell, they confront their own beliefs about language and human connection.