Beauty and the Beast
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures | Release Date: March 17, 2017
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eagleeyevikingApr 27, 2017
Disney's live action remake of the 1991 animated classic of the same name is a triumph on its own; a charming, confident, splendidly animated, unabashedly sweet, and flawlessly acted musical fairy tale, with plenty of heart on its sleeve.
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dangersMar 17, 2017
What's wrong with critics? What's with all the controversy? This movie is a masterpiece. It’s very well done. I loved it for its cast, its faithfulness to the original movie, its production design, visual effects and music. Everything aboutWhat's wrong with critics? What's with all the controversy? This movie is a masterpiece. It’s very well done. I loved it for its cast, its faithfulness to the original movie, its production design, visual effects and music. Everything about it is perfect. It will surely grab some Oscars.… Expand
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LinttaFlamingoMar 18, 2017
There's pretty much nothing different from the animated one, but as a movie that tries to be a live action remake of Beauty and the Beast, it really is. I had a blast watching this movie! Such a good looking remake that nailed the songs andThere's pretty much nothing different from the animated one, but as a movie that tries to be a live action remake of Beauty and the Beast, it really is. I had a blast watching this movie! Such a good looking remake that nailed the songs and the story was clearly there and the characters worked just as well as in the original. And all these amazing actors like Emma Watson, Luke Evans, Dan Stevens and Josh Gad did a wonderful job! Easily recommended.… Expand
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JRRRMar 18, 2017
In my opinion this doesn't top the original, that's a masterpiece and timeless, but I can easily see this version become a classic as well, fantastic casting, fantastic voices, loved Beast, Gaston, even Lefou. If you love the original giveIn my opinion this doesn't top the original, that's a masterpiece and timeless, but I can easily see this version become a classic as well, fantastic casting, fantastic voices, loved Beast, Gaston, even Lefou. If you love the original give this a try, it might surprise you.… Expand
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timoneMay 1, 2019
A lot of women are begging to watch the live-action version of Beauty and the Beast which I guess Disney is doing live-action films based on the animated films which Disney has made in the past decade. Mainly because they think they're betterA lot of women are begging to watch the live-action version of Beauty and the Beast which I guess Disney is doing live-action films based on the animated films which Disney has made in the past decade. Mainly because they think they're better than the animated classics or they're not as good as the animated one's. Maybe I'm one of those people who think they're not as good as the original's. But now my sister put me a digital download of the live-action of Beauty and the Beast and had me watching all the way through. So, what did I think of it? Well, I gotta say, I love it! I am so dazzled and thrilled by this film. My sister Jade made me watch it because she thinks it's beautiful and dazzling. Even I thought about as well. The colours from this film are absolutely gorgeous and the CGI is also good as well. The songs are still the same, not as good as the original. Like Jade showed me the song called ''Gaston'' where Gaston and Lefou singing but some lyrics in this don't match up like ''I needed encouragement, thank you Lefou.'' ''Well, there's no one as easy to bolster as you!'' and they're dancing on the table which reminds me of the theatre play based on this movie. Not to mention that Jade said that the acting is brilliant. And she showed ''Be Our Guest'' with some absolute dazzling colours in it. It's just unbelievable! The rest of the songs are memorable like the original but two of them are not in the original. Or is it three of them? Three of the songs are called ''How Does A Moment Last Forever'' ''Days In The Sun'' and therefore ''Evermore''. ''Beauty and the Beast'' is sung by Emma Thompson who is the voice of Mrs Potts and the ending credits Ariana Grande and John Legend. Right now I can't that song out of my head where Beast played by Dan Stevens singing ''Evermore'', believing the fact that the song in the end credits is sung by Josh Groban. It reminded me of Quasimodo singing ''Out There'' from The Hunchback of Notre Dame. I can't stand new songs but ''Evermore'' is the one that will be stuck in my head for weeks the same way ''Gaston'' will be, along with the other songs from this. Even the music sounded exactly the same, (like the most part) from beginning to end. It's Alan Menken. I think Ariana Grande and John legend will be the next Celine Dion and Peabo Bryson, much like Celine Dion had already sung ''How Does A Moment Last Forever''. No matter what I can say, the songs will be stuck in my head forever much like the original like ''Gaston'' where the lyrics are hilarious like the part which I've been singing along to is this ''As a specimen, yes, I'm intimidating!'' and the funniest part which I never expected is this, ''Too much?'' ''Yep!'' Haha, that has me laughing. I I have been teasing Simon and Meg about the live-action version by saying ''When it was announced it was Beauty and the Beast. Many fell into despair and lost all hope, for who could ever learn to love a Disney reboot. However, from one critic, he has a bigger question in mind.'' ''What the fxxk is the point of rebooting Beauty and the Beast?'' I won't go in too much detail what I just said to tease Meg and Simon. Great cast in this like Dan Stevens, Ewan McGregor, Ian McKellen, A women's interest Luke Evans, Josh Gad and my favourite actor, Kevin Kline. It's directed by Bill Condon, the same guy who directed The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1 and 2, which many people think The Twilight films are absolutely sxxt and god-awful. I don't understand that Lefou is gay would be a controversial. I didn't even see it, but who cares. The box office results are absolutely mind-blowing. It earned more than $ 1.263 billion over the $160 million budget while the original earned $425 million. That's a damn impressive feet! Well, I gotta tell you, guys, I really love this movie. While I still prefer the original animation, the visuals are good, the characters are the same, the songs are unforgettable much like the animated version, it has great singing voices, the acting is the best and the ending is just beautiful. Meg Gummerson and my sister Jade Oakey is a huge fan of this movie. Meg Gummerson, if you're looking at this, I just want you to know, Congratulations. And you, Jade, All I'm going to say to you, Jade, is thank you for making watch the live-action version of Beauty and the Beast. You made me smile all the way through the film. God Bless England.… Expand
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Iamcritical86Sep 2, 2019
I've just watched this picture for the first time in September 2019! Overall, I actually thought it was very well done. There were a couple of scenes and songs in this film adaption that were not reminiscent to the original animated film fromI've just watched this picture for the first time in September 2019! Overall, I actually thought it was very well done. There were a couple of scenes and songs in this film adaption that were not reminiscent to the original animated film from the early '90s, but that was okay. The set designs and visual effects were outstanding. Very pleasant film to watch.… Expand
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halfbloodprinceSep 5, 2020
Charming, very well cast and visually grand. This live action Beauty and the Beast proves to be a magical, entertaining and endearing film.
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greedybadideaMay 25, 2020
An enchantress disguised as an old beggar woman arrives at a castle during a ball and offers the host, a cruel and selfish prince, a rose in return for shelter from a storm. When he refuses, she reveals her identity. As punishment for theAn enchantress disguised as an old beggar woman arrives at a castle during a ball and offers the host, a cruel and selfish prince, a rose in return for shelter from a storm. When he refuses, she reveals her identity. As punishment for the prince's lack of compassion, the enchantress transforms him into a beast and his servants into household objects, then erases the castle, himself and his servants from the memories of their loved ones and everyone else in the town. She casts a spell on the rose and warns the prince that the spell will only be broken if he learns to love another, and earn their love in return before the last petal falls, or he will remain a beast forever.
Some years later, in the small town of Villeneuve, Belle, the book-loving daughter of an inventor named Maurice, dreams of adventure. She constantly brushes off advances from Gaston, an arrogant former soldier, as he is not the type of man Belle wishes to marry. On Maurice's way to a convention and lost in the forest, he seeks refuge in the Beast's castle, but the Beast imprisons him for stealing a rose from his garden as a gift to Belle. When Maurice's horse returns without him, Belle ventures out in search for him, and finds him locked in the castle dungeon. Belle tricks both her father and the Beast by asking for a simple hug goodbye from her father, she pushes him out and locks herself in the dungeon. The Beast agrees to let her take her father's place and forces Maurice to leave immediately.
Belle befriends the castle's servants; candelabra footman Lumiere, clock majordomo Cogsworth, featherduster maid Plummette, teapot housekeeper Mrs Potts, and her teacup son Chip. They invite her to a spectacular dinner. When she wanders into the forbidden west wing and finds the rose, the Beast scares her into the woods. Belle is ambushed by a pack of wolves, but the Beast rescues her, becoming injured in the process. As Belle nurses his wounds, a spark develops between them. The Beast shows Belle a gift from the enchantress, a book that transports readers wherever they want. Belle uses the book to visit her childhood home in Paris, where she discovers a plague doctor mask and realizes that she and her father were forced to leave when her mother succumbed to the plague.
In Villeneuve, Maurice fails to convince the other villagers of the Beast and Belle's imprisonment. Gaston, seeing rescuing Belle as an opportunity to win her hand in marriage, agrees to help Maurice. When Maurice learns of his ulterior motive and rejects him, Gaston abandons him to be eaten by the wolves. Maurice is rescued by the town hermit Agathe, but when he tells the townsfolk of Gaston's crime and is unable to provide solid evidence, Gaston convinces them to send Maurice to an insane asylum.
After sharing a romantic dance with the Beast, Belle discovers her father's predicament using a magic mirror. The Beast releases her to save Maurice, giving her the mirror to remember him with. At Villeneuve, Belle reveals the Beast in the mirror to the townsfolk, proving her father's sanity. Realizing that Belle loves the Beast, a jealous Gaston claims she has been charmed by dark magic, and has her thrown into the asylum carriage with her father. He rallies the villagers to follow him to the castle to slay the Beast before he curses the whole village. Inside the asylum carriage, Belle tells her father that she knows what happened to her mother and showed him the rose rattle she took from her magical visit to their old, abandoned home. Maurice and Belle escape, and Belle rushes back to the castle.
During the battle, Gaston abandons his companion LeFou, who then sides with the servants to fend off the villagers. Gaston attacks the Beast in his tower, who is too depressed to fight back, but regains his spirit upon seeing Belle return. He defeats Gaston, but spares his life before reuniting with Belle. However, Gaston fatally shoots the Beast from a bridge, which then collapses as the castle began to crumble, leading Gaston to fall to his death. The Beast then dies as the last petal falls, and the servants become inanimate.
As Belle tearfully professes her love to the Beast, Agathe reveals herself as the enchantress and undoes the curse, repairing the crumbling castle, and restoring the Beast and servants to their human forms and to the villagers' memories. The Prince and Belle host a ball for the kingdom, where they dance happily.… Expand
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SashofloveFeb 22, 2020
**** up the original is the worst thing a live-action remake could possibly do. But 'Beauty and The Beast' doesn't do that. Infact, it's enchanting even when it plays staggeringly safe. And it's an original because how sharply and**** up the original is the worst thing a live-action remake could possibly do. But 'Beauty and The Beast' doesn't do that. Infact, it's enchanting even when it plays staggeringly safe. And it's an original because how sharply and commandingly the narrative still lifts off the surface. Of course the performances of everyone but Emma Watson are waferthin, they do everything they can to revision and revisit the animated grandeur of original with sharp visuals in reality. Missing it will not be entirely satisfying, and it's a wonderful film to look at.… Expand
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Dostoyevsky3May 8, 2020
Beauty and the Beast succeeds as masterfully well as a live-action remake should. With gorgeous costumes, great cinematography, beautiful visuals, an enchanted cast, and a faithful adaptation to the lovely source material of a tale as old as time.
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tactanonSep 4, 2020
Out of all the remade to live action, Beauty and the Beast stands as top for my kids and myself.
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JACOBJORDANBAJun 22, 2021
I love this movie I love that Emma Watson was in it has Belle she did a good job this is a really good live action beauty and the beast not going to lie hehe
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marriedthecritcApr 3, 2017
Disney had a challenge bringing the animated classic "Beauty and the Beast" into the 21st century. Overall they did a fantastic job bringing the story and music to life. The music in contrast to the 1991 classic is fuller in sound and has aDisney had a challenge bringing the animated classic "Beauty and the Beast" into the 21st century. Overall they did a fantastic job bringing the story and music to life. The music in contrast to the 1991 classic is fuller in sound and has a stronger impact. The clear use of auto tune while not too everyone's taste does not take away from the experience. The cast choices are spot on. Emma Watson had a insurmountable task of capturing belle and she does bring all the required emotions to the role. Other notable cast such as Emma Thompson had a great spin on the Angela Lansbury classic that was Mrs. Potts. Ultimately all Disney had to do was take the emotional journey that was the original; amplify it, and modernize it.They achieved that as apparent by the drones of people who are seeings and enjoying this film.… Expand
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PotaeSuprakitApr 6, 2017
While the height of Jungle Book Jungle last year, Beauty and the Beast does not go up, it's far from Alice's artistic lackluster in the wonders of Disney's current love affair. Transforming the classic action movie into a live one Powered byWhile the height of Jungle Book Jungle last year, Beauty and the Beast does not go up, it's far from Alice's artistic lackluster in the wonders of Disney's current love affair. Transforming the classic action movie into a live one Powered by the direction of Bill Condon and the amazing performances of the movie actors, the lovely movie, which includes the elements of fans of classic animated films, will hopefully be seen at the same time as the presentation. New aspects, small by little Framed and also sensible, as far as both extends and ground their characters and worlds.
And you will feel so hard not to go home or sing "Gaston".
Pote is This movie is very good.
The fresh version of Disney's Beauty and the Beast is good and hard to resist.… Expand
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shri11h34rtApr 10, 2017
I loved this movie! It's great for boys and girls of all ages and Emma Watson and Dan Stevens were great! I also liked all the characters and it made me laugh
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TsinanyApr 17, 2017
Good movie, similar to the original and the great voice of Emma Watson. Disney was done a great job to reacreate the beauty and the beast.the original was a masterpiece and did not top the original. The same greatsong from the original
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duperghoulApr 11, 2017
I'm only saying this once, this is not the same Beauty and the Beast, as the 90s movie. Directly once the movie starts, we get a better explanation of the enchantress's curse on Beast and the castle. Gaston is more evil in this adaption. InI'm only saying this once, this is not the same Beauty and the Beast, as the 90s movie. Directly once the movie starts, we get a better explanation of the enchantress's curse on Beast and the castle. Gaston is more evil in this adaption. In the original, he seemed to act like any normal man would do to protect his town and grieving over rejection. Here, he enters the film as a cheap dirtbag who will do whatever it takes for his lust over Belle. Even if that means pushing around his best friend, LeFou. That being said, LeFou is great in this movie. LeFou has so much new likable dialogue. He even gets development during the course of the film.

Tons of other characters have great new events, too. This includes Belle's mother's backstory. Beast even gets a song.

Once you watch this version, you won't want to watch the animated version ever again!… Expand
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diegonelliApr 8, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good adaptation from the original movie, I have to say. Also, really good special effects! That was my favorite thing. I don't have an issue with LeFou being gay honestly, I don't get all the drama..… Expand
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theadamphobiaApr 3, 2017
This Movie Is Really Amazing So I Closed My Eyes Cause Nothing Else Was Worth Seeing And Than I Broke My Leg Cause I Was Not Looking. So Please Subscribe
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badgerryan19May 19, 2017
Fantastic and faithful to the original animated Beauty and the Beast. Everyone knows the story by now but it pretty much is a direct copy and paste from the original film, which is a good thing. The performances were outstanding especiallyFantastic and faithful to the original animated Beauty and the Beast. Everyone knows the story by now but it pretty much is a direct copy and paste from the original film, which is a good thing. The performances were outstanding especially from Dan Stevens, Emma Watson, Luke Evans, Josh Gad, and Ewan McGregor. Fantastic music and the CGI/animation was great as well. This movie shows don't doubt Disney.… Expand
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SecretS1xApr 11, 2017
Of all the live action Disney fairytale movies this is one of the best, up there with Maleficent and Cinderella. However, unlike Maleficent it was an exact retelling of the cartoon version so no surprises or innovation, and unlike CinderellaOf all the live action Disney fairytale movies this is one of the best, up there with Maleficent and Cinderella. However, unlike Maleficent it was an exact retelling of the cartoon version so no surprises or innovation, and unlike Cinderella the lead actress seemed lost and non-emotive in some CG-heavy scenes. Still, worth seeing and features great music.… Expand
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johnetteweberApr 2, 2017
Beauty and the Beast was very well done. I thought that the movie stayed exceptionally close to the original Disney cartoon. I loved that they had all of the same songs with a few bonus ones. Most of the acting was very good. The reason IBeauty and the Beast was very well done. I thought that the movie stayed exceptionally close to the original Disney cartoon. I loved that they had all of the same songs with a few bonus ones. Most of the acting was very good. The reason I gave it an 8 was that I didn't care for Beast, and the awkwardness of the Gaston and Lefou relationship, otherwise outstanding job from Disney.… Expand
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lisaloo76Apr 2, 2017
I actually loved this remake. Nothing is as good as the original. However, I believe this is pretty close to the animated version. The outcry of a gay character in this movie was much ado about nothing. LeFou had feminine characteristics, butI actually loved this remake. Nothing is as good as the original. However, I believe this is pretty close to the animated version. The outcry of a gay character in this movie was much ado about nothing. LeFou had feminine characteristics, but nothing obvious. Overall, I felt the casting was right on point as far as Gaston, Maurice and Beast. I do agree that Jack Black would have made the perfect LeFou though! Emma Watson did her best, but unfortunately for most people, she will always be Hermione from Harry Potter.… Expand
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spongeswiftMar 26, 2017
Beauty and the Beast is a whimsy, magical, and mysterious adventure that will and should always be remembered. The story stayed true to the original but they revealed some things that were not revealed in the original. Some of the parts withBeauty and the Beast is a whimsy, magical, and mysterious adventure that will and should always be remembered. The story stayed true to the original but they revealed some things that were not revealed in the original. Some of the parts with Lefou and Gaston were mildly uncomfortable but the scenes in the town were subpar at the greatest anyways. The real show stealer was Evermore and Be Our Guest they were both constructed so beautifully. Also I thought I would be disappointed with Mrs. Potts, Cogsworth, ETC but I was actually impressed with their design. Overall Beauty and the Beast may not be for everyone but it is a true crowd pleaser for most Disney fans.… Expand
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sdruleyMar 26, 2017
If you are tone deaf or have no appreciation for raw talent, then you may not prefer this movie. Otherwise, in my 74 years on this planet, this is the best movie I have ever seen. Full of passion, feeling, love, emotion and an excitingIf you are tone deaf or have no appreciation for raw talent, then you may not prefer this movie. Otherwise, in my 74 years on this planet, this is the best movie I have ever seen. Full of passion, feeling, love, emotion and an exciting storyline to bring it together. Ms. Watson nailed the performance. She is truly beautiful, gifted and feels the story with class.… Expand
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mrmonsterAug 9, 2017
A lot better than I thought it would be. I thought the cast was perfect, and the musical numbers were enjoyable. Not quite as good as Disney's other live action remakes, like The Jungle Book and Alice in Wonderland, but still enjoyable.
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wesker2012Mar 11, 2018
A modern Disney live action masterpiece. This is a classic I wouldn't mind watching over again. Everything is top notch and its very fun to watch.
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WaelAug 1, 2017
Sweet, funny, delightful, dreamy, and heartwarming, 'Beauty and the Beast' is a visually outstanding piece of work, all while staying faithful to the original classical story. The direction is masterful, giving us beautiful visuals (theSweet, funny, delightful, dreamy, and heartwarming, 'Beauty and the Beast' is a visually outstanding piece of work, all while staying faithful to the original classical story. The direction is masterful, giving us beautiful visuals (the beast, the objects in the house...), and Emma Watson's performance as Belle is to be lauded. What truly stands out, however, is the acoustics: the musical numbers are just magical, and beautifully-made, and Emma stands out once again, as her vocals are mesmerizing. All in all, this is an absolutely- in true Disney fashion- enchanting movie.… Expand
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LeZeeJun 15, 2017
Only beauty would conquer the beast!

This is not the first time screen adaptation, that means every one of us have seen either version of the films according to what generation we belong. Mine was the animated one and then there was aOnly beauty would conquer the beast!

This is not the first time screen adaptation, that means every one of us have seen either version of the films according to what generation we belong. Mine was the animated one and then there was a modern-day version called 'Beastly'. Not to forget there's a recent French version made on the big scale that I yet to watch. So it's not about the story at all. It is about the quality of film, performances, and particularly how the modern technology used to narrate the story.

Like the recent Disney's live-actions 'Cinderella', 'The BFG', 'The Jungle Book' and many more, this is another excellently adapted film from the book. Though visually it tried to be true to the original, and that's absolutely great thinking. Because in this modern world, we all try something new out of the original contents for sometimes to mess it up.

Excellent casting, the beauty was the best pick among all. The graphics were awesome. The CGI beast was flawless, yet that usual dark and cloudy atmosphere helped it to be so perfect. Since it is listed under Musical, I was worried about the songs. I truly don't like modern Musicals. But this film was not completely filled with songs. Yes, there were like half a dozen, but good ones. Retained the songs from the 1991 film, and in addition three new were composed.

I did not think the Disney would get away with consecutive successes. Great achievement, and their attempts were very precautionary on their every step. Now this is Disney's second highest grossed film ever and first in live-action. The film was for all ages unlike old Disney films. That's the best thing about the modern Disney films that they have adopted. Definitely recommended for at least once watch it.

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BassTplaysAug 4, 2017
Ein Film der sehr nah am Original von 1991 ist. Der Film hat noch seinen Charme behalten und gleichzeitig was neues gewagt. Emma Watson ist die perfekte Bell und spielt ihre rolle großartig. Die Musik ist wie immer bei disney schön gesungen.Ein Film der sehr nah am Original von 1991 ist. Der Film hat noch seinen Charme behalten und gleichzeitig was neues gewagt. Emma Watson ist die perfekte Bell und spielt ihre rolle großartig. Die Musik ist wie immer bei disney schön gesungen. Der Film hat mich zurück in meine Kindheit versetzt.… Expand
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LUKEOPERCOUPOct 4, 2017
The movie is delightful, from the beginning is faithful the original one, the cast fits perfect with each rol. Every second is on the way done, and the progressing goes in right direction too, everything about this movie seems and feels magical.
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AlaaARahmanMar 27, 2017
The live action version of Beauty and the Beast is a remarkable movie, with a lot of roses blooming with every scene played out. The cast was spot on, the VFX was remarkable, the music was nothing short of brilliant and the nostalgia was justThe live action version of Beauty and the Beast is a remarkable movie, with a lot of roses blooming with every scene played out. The cast was spot on, the VFX was remarkable, the music was nothing short of brilliant and the nostalgia was just right. This movie cannot be of course compared to the original because it stands out from its original material and delivers its own magic.The remake has its own magic, humour, elegance and hype. This is a beautifully crafted movie, with an incredible soul to it and a heart that is beastly in its grandeur, humor, romance and nostalgia.… Expand
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Myers05Mar 28, 2017
I absolutely loved this movie! I grew up watching Beauty and the Beast and other Disney movies, so it was fun to see it remade as a live action film. It was like watching my childhood on the big screen. I recommend this movie to any Disney fans.
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The_Historia117Apr 28, 2017
WHATS UP YOU AMAZING PEOPLE! This is my Review for Beauty and The Beast of course thats why Im here. Anyway I came into the movie thinking "great! another Disney live action remake ok lets see this movie." but i was actually quite surprisedWHATS UP YOU AMAZING PEOPLE! This is my Review for Beauty and The Beast of course thats why Im here. Anyway I came into the movie thinking "great! another Disney live action remake ok lets see this movie." but i was actually quite surprised by how much it stuck to the original formula of the original BaTB and how it then also added its own unique story elements for the viewer to see (No Spoilers) which was cool but my favorite part was when Ewan McGregor sang the song "Be our Guest" Emma was also good but she could of done a tiny bit better but overall good movie BBYYEE… Expand
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JamesTheCriticMay 29, 2017
Beauty and the Beast was one of the best movies i have seen in a long time! Very lively during parts of the movie, and it was beautiful! What a grest movie for romance!
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Truth_of_PiscesMar 28, 2017
A faithful adaption of the classic original that adds enough of it's own original nuances and story elements to set itself apart, and is sure to please fans of the original and members of the new generation experiencing this classic tale forA faithful adaption of the classic original that adds enough of it's own original nuances and story elements to set itself apart, and is sure to please fans of the original and members of the new generation experiencing this classic tale for the first time.… Expand
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zacharyhasMay 22, 2018
The best live action Disney film since the first pirates movie. Very well crafted, great cast, it hard not to love.
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LivingTribunalJun 18, 2018
Emma Watson was a great choice! Of course not good as the original, but the CGI was so great, and the songs were amazing. It was one of the best possible ways to remake beauty and the beast.
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thenerdport77Mar 18, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. overall this was a solid movie. This movie was honestly better than the original. What it was able to do was flesh out the story for the father the beast and bell when then talk about how the mother died, and how the beast became the beast. Overall good see this movie.… Expand
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ShnellMar 22, 2017
I loved it!! Ever since I saw the first commercial, I couldn't wait to see it. I knew I would like it regardless but it was better than I thought it was going to be! I want to go see it in the theater again. Good stuff - go see it!
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marcmyworksMar 18, 2017
The strength in Beauty and the Beast is the nostalgia it brings to people of a certain age. I loved the addition of the tracks featured from the musical, however at times it becomes too ornate. The castle may be filled with objects that comeThe strength in Beauty and the Beast is the nostalgia it brings to people of a certain age. I loved the addition of the tracks featured from the musical, however at times it becomes too ornate. The castle may be filled with objects that come to life, however at times the abundance of CG causes them to too fake and flat to be as interesting as their original animated counterparts.… Expand
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Matthewb13Mar 18, 2017
This is a stunning movie with sets that are spectacular. The cg used here flows so well with the movie that you almost forget that its there. Emma Watson as belle is marvelous and does so well to flesh out the character. People may be upsetThis is a stunning movie with sets that are spectacular. The cg used here flows so well with the movie that you almost forget that its there. Emma Watson as belle is marvelous and does so well to flesh out the character. People may be upset that its so similar to the original (which it is) but they did it in such a way that they make us love the story even more, and the stuff they did change only gives the movie more depth and emotion. Overall i loved Beauty and the Beast and i give it an A.… Expand
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Davrosdaleks1Mar 17, 2017
Really liked this film! It's rare that you see people in the theater clap.

A lot of people complain that this is a rehash, and yes, they're right. But, it's a really good rehash. The director and screenwriters were wise enough to stick withReally liked this film! It's rare that you see people in the theater clap.

A lot of people complain that this is a rehash, and yes, they're right. But, it's a really good rehash. The director and screenwriters were wise enough to stick with the key points of the original film while adding some new stuff that really worked. More background and humanization are given to characters causing the film to come across as a little darker and more mature than the original. The actual romance between Beast and Belle feels so much stronger. It also fixes plot holes and pacing issues from the original. One weak spot is that this film has so many characters that the director has some trouble juggling the more supporting characters.

The film is beautiful. Has a brightly colored, ornate French fairy tale look. The redesigns to the enchanted object characters are really unique. The computer animation is impressive. Cinematography is good, but I do feel that some of the camera angles could have been improved upon. Contains all the original designs. A couple of songs have some slight lyric changes, but I feel that they suited the new context of the film. They did drop the Gaston reprise, due to plot changes. I'm disappointed but understand their reasons. There are 4 new songs in this, which I liked. The song Evermore is especially good. One downside of the new films is that 3 out of four of them are ballads and I kind of wish there were more dynamic differences between songs.

Cast is great. Special credit should be given to Josh Gad, a living imp, and Dan Stevens, who brings so much emotion and nuance to the role.

Rehash or no I recommend it to everyone.… Expand
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BHBarryApr 3, 2017
“Beauty and the Beast” was originally a black and white French film drama that went on to be made into a number of animated feature films and, now, Disney has produced a live action musical with the same story and characters. Utilizing the“Beauty and the Beast” was originally a black and white French film drama that went on to be made into a number of animated feature films and, now, Disney has produced a live action musical with the same story and characters. Utilizing the music of Alan Menken, the lyrics of the late Howard Ashman and those of his successor, the talented Tim Rice, the film stars Emma Watson (Beauty), Dan Stevens (Beast/Prince), Emma Thompson, Ewan McGregor and Audra McDonald in this fantasy tale that captures the charm and beauty of the past films but with choreography and orchestrations that dazzle the eyes and ears of its audience even more. As difficult as remakes can be to reach the level of its predecessors, , this new version directed and co-written by Bill Condon equals the task and is a pure joy to watch and behold. The simplicity of the story coupled with awesome magical visual effects and a score that Mr. Menken can well be proud of make this a theatrical experience for all to enjoy. Although reluctant at first to go to “another revival” of this time honored classic, I’m so very glad I did. I give the film a 9 rating and recommend it to all who still believe that movies that entertain and leave us with a good feeling at its conclusion are to be valued, respected and, most of all, seen.… Expand
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robertoiglesiasNov 9, 2017
"I must say, this adaptation of Beauty and the Beast is very spectacular and amazingly beautiful. The actors are excellent, the story is great and fun, and the film itself is an enchantment."

WHAT WAS I THINKING back in the "old" days?! This"I must say, this adaptation of Beauty and the Beast is very spectacular and amazingly beautiful. The actors are excellent, the story is great and fun, and the film itself is an enchantment."

WHAT WAS I THINKING back in the "old" days?! This remake is good enough, but it definitely pales to the original imo. This remake is longer, but skims through certain scenes, making this film faster and slower paced than the original. The emotions have been lessened as well. I like it, but don't love this.… Expand
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CTHReviewsSep 11, 2018
While the beast's CGI should have been better, I thought this was a very enjoyable Disney musical. Yeah, it's a lot like the original, but the original was good. So, why should I complain?
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JPKDec 18, 2019
Excellent
Though it’s obviously inferior to the 1991 animated classic, This remake is still a great film.
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Muskrat147Mar 18, 2017
It may seem as a simple cash grab for fans of the original, but Beauty and the Beast capitalizes on its talented performers and fantastic visuals to deliver a remake that is both fresh and nostalgic.
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FriendlessMar 17, 2017
Beauty and the Beast may not be everyone's cup of tea (HA!) but what else could you POSSIBLY ask of the genre? This movie featured a solid cast that delivered a performance which felt so genuine. The plot was exciting and built up a lot ofBeauty and the Beast may not be everyone's cup of tea (HA!) but what else could you POSSIBLY ask of the genre? This movie featured a solid cast that delivered a performance which felt so genuine. The plot was exciting and built up a lot of tension. The soundtrack was well produced and timed. The visuals were on par with anything else nowadays. On top of all of this, it had the nostalgic characters and props from the the original. If you think the 1991 version was something to rave about, this one should be right there in the discussion. This movie was a MASTERPIECE.… Expand
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EvanjesseMar 23, 2017
I really enjoyed it was great fun it doesn't live up the 1991 version it still best Disney live action really enjoyed Luke Evans performance as Gaston and Josh Gad did great job
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SileSixEchoMar 23, 2017
Very well made with great music and fitting actors. I didn't like some minor choices in the end of the movies and the end is a bit to cheesy but that doesn't stop the movie for being great and remaining a classic for new generations.
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kuehnauMar 25, 2017
A faithful readapation of the Disney classic, they still managed to add extra weight to the story without disrupting what made it a classic to begin with. The movie covers what you'd expect it to, while explaining the main character's backA faithful readapation of the Disney classic, they still managed to add extra weight to the story without disrupting what made it a classic to begin with. The movie covers what you'd expect it to, while explaining the main character's back story. I was under the impression that there had been some backlash due to one of Disney's first gay characters. The implication is there, but it's handled in the perfect way, where many people may miss it altogether unless they are deliberately keeping an eye out for it. Conservative parents parents, no need to worry, the film isn't going to turn your child gay. I could write pages on how this movie is great and why, but I'll just say this, it's a good movie, go see it.… Expand
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SEROJMar 24, 2017
I waited for this movie pretty much since its reveal. When i was a kid, i used to rent the original animated version. So i was afraid that my childhood could be ruined with this one. Absolutely not! I am shocked to see all these low scores.I waited for this movie pretty much since its reveal. When i was a kid, i used to rent the original animated version. So i was afraid that my childhood could be ruined with this one. Absolutely not! I am shocked to see all these low scores. For me - it was an amazing experience. I had lots of nostalgic,emotional and fun moments. I felt that there ware some unnecessary jokes, Gaston was a bit polite in the beginning but the most important thing was that the plot now explains a lot of unasnwered questions from the original animation (no spoilers). The acting could be better, the soundtracks are legendary and overall i think it was an amazing movie!… Expand
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FlexedacornMar 29, 2017
I went into the theater with tempered expectations as the original animated film is one of my favorites. I was NOT disappointed and left the theater genuinely happy. It is for the most part the exact same story, with some slight alterationsI went into the theater with tempered expectations as the original animated film is one of my favorites. I was NOT disappointed and left the theater genuinely happy. It is for the most part the exact same story, with some slight alterations to add more character development to Belle and her Father. Much like most Disney live action films the casting was spot. My personal favorites were the amazing chemistry between Josh Gad as LeFou and Luke Evans as Gaston. The film is a must see for fans of the original or for those who are looking for a good family oriented film.… Expand
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seabanMar 17, 2017
I'm a 30 year old guy with young kids. I saw it with my wife and we both loved it. Its not a new take on Beauty and the Beast and it's wonderful. They recreated the animited version and made a wonderful movie. The music was spot on, whichI'm a 30 year old guy with young kids. I saw it with my wife and we both loved it. Its not a new take on Beauty and the Beast and it's wonderful. They recreated the animited version and made a wonderful movie. The music was spot on, which there was lots. The acting great. It was just a great movie. I wemt in with low expectation based on the journalistic reviews and now i have no idea what the lower scores are talking about. Maybe im not refined enough to understand but i hope i never am if it means I stop enjoying movies like this.… Expand
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GreatGatsbyMar 20, 2017
Beauty and the Beast achieved in creating a film that captured the animated beauty that dazzled us all, while achieving in adding elements to the story that help in creating a more cohesive film.Beauty and the Beast adds it's own elementsBeauty and the Beast achieved in creating a film that captured the animated beauty that dazzled us all, while achieving in adding elements to the story that help in creating a more cohesive film.Beauty and the Beast adds it's own elements that offer explanations to both Belle and the Beast's individual tales, offering the viewer more simpathy for our main duo. The film is at its best when it creates the amazing musical numbers of the original, both visually and musically, especially the new music additions, especially the tune Evermore that brilliantly provides Dan Steven's Beast his own sorrowful tune. The film is only hindered by the dragging out certain musical numbers and elements, mostly just to provide the film an acceptable run time. And of course the original will always hold a charm that will always put it a notch above its live action counterpart. As its own interpretation, however, each character is casted perfectly, especially Josh Gad as LeFou, while bringing the beauty of the original to life in amazing special effects, and dazzling musical numbers. Beauty and the Beast should easily take place as one of the best family films of the year.… Expand
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ooberscooterMar 24, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Apologetically lavish and over the top. This is a movie that is meant to enchant and entertain. The meticulously designed rococo castle is stunning, and the cast of furniture is truly magical while remaining realistic. This movie doesn't try to be something it's not, it's highs are very high and it does achieve some real emotional depth (the windmill, and the frantic sadness of the furniture at the end when they temporarily die). I've been so sick of the dark remakes and this stays true to the tone of the original while delivering true doses of honest joy. Alan Menken is amazing of course and all the music is exquisitely arranged and produced. The only downside for me was the heavy autotone which from time-to-time took me out the enchanted and magical world this movie so easily puts me in.… Expand
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DestacMar 20, 2017
I was let´s see the beauty and the beast with the family, and has been incredible. Was added parts new what gave more sense at movie, adding things of the past of the protagonists. They added new musicals parts without spoiling essence, makesI was let´s see the beauty and the beast with the family, and has been incredible. Was added parts new what gave more sense at movie, adding things of the past of the protagonists. They added new musicals parts without spoiling essence, makes you remember to past.

No doubt will you remember to movie the 1991 it will make you feel nostalgic.

As ultimate data, the people applauded at movie finish. Thanks Disney and keep doing movies so, respecting the classic.… Expand
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Compi24Mar 25, 2017
Sure, the Beast's CGI looks a bit wonky from time to time. Sure, the handful of new songs don't exactly land as hard as the greatest hits do. And sure, a tad of the original's warmth and endearment may have gotten lost in the shuffle. But, asSure, the Beast's CGI looks a bit wonky from time to time. Sure, the handful of new songs don't exactly land as hard as the greatest hits do. And sure, a tad of the original's warmth and endearment may have gotten lost in the shuffle. But, as far as being a live-action remake of one of the greatest animated films of all time is concerned, Bill Condon's "Beauty And The Beast" does what it needs to do. It offers an updated, yet appropriate visual interpretation of the whimsical fairy tale at hand. It references and pays respectful homage to the many iconicisms that made the 1991 original so unforgettable. And, most importantly, it still maintains a level fun and enjoyment that can at least hold an anthropomorphic candle to that of all Disney classics. Indeed, this might actually be Disney's finest live-action remake yet, in my completely subjective opinion. Color me surprised.… Expand
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Sassypants25Mar 24, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An EXCELLENT adaptation of the mixture of original story, Disney animated feature, and stage musical. The effectiveness in the live-action retelling occurs when many of the "plot holes" and issues are addressed. Where is Belle's mother? What happened exactly with the Enchantress? Whey doesn't ANYONE ever wander ove rto the castle? All of these (and more) are addressed intelligently and thoughtfully. The story never feels forced or rushed and the songs are woven seamlessly into the story. The newer songs don't add as much as those from the stage version, but it's understandable why the newer mater is in the film. They are shorter and really move the narrative along. The performances by Dan Stevens (Beast) and Emma Watson (Belle). Their natural chemistry and connection really effectively display the growing attraction and the CHOICE Belle is making to stay and help. Their work together was incredible. Putting in twice the performances to fully form this amazing character paid off. You can tell that this is a real man acting within the beastly confines. Stevens creates a wonderful character (on par with many of the master Andy Sirkus). The Beast has depth and feeling and the effect is ohly enhances by Ms. Watson's nuanced performance. She gives a smart, relateable, and sensitive performance as Belle. THIS is the girl I want my daughter to emulate. The household objects were all lovingly voiced by some of the best actors in Hollywood. Ewan McGregor (Lumiere), Ian McKellan (Cogsworth), Emma Thompson (Mrs. Potts), Stanley Tucci (Cadenza), Gugu Mbatha-Raw (Plumette), Audra McDonald (Mdm. Garderobe) and newcomer Nathan Mack. At moments the objects felt a little stagnant and I think that it was just lost in translation a little, but the vocal work was exceptional. This is a movie for fans and it does not disappoint. Come and enjoy this wonderful feast!… Expand
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thedaywalkerMar 26, 2017
Thought it was pretty decent, there are moments where you can really smile, but also moments i couldn't help but to role my eyes. They were faithful to the original story, which is good, but too faithful, some of the singing could have beenThought it was pretty decent, there are moments where you can really smile, but also moments i couldn't help but to role my eyes. They were faithful to the original story, which is good, but too faithful, some of the singing could have been cut off, and it would have worked better, like in the Jungle Book. The performances were really good, specially Luke Evans as Gaston, he really incorporated that, the scenery was beautiful and the ending really enjoyable… Expand
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cforthewinMar 17, 2017
the movie is a timely well made, and well acted update of the 1991 animated classic. While it may not reach the same height of the original, it is still a worthy companion.
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avr50Mar 19, 2017
This Beauty and the beast is never going to be as good as the original,but it has some elements that makes it more relatable and true to the story.
All the musical numbers are beatiful, "Be our guest" is a little over the top but visuallyThis Beauty and the beast is never going to be as good as the original,but it has some elements that makes it more relatable and true to the story.
All the musical numbers are beatiful, "Be our guest" is a little over the top but visually stunning.
There are some things that were not necesary to add and others that are most welcome (Evermore)
This is an enjoyable film that you can watch with the hall family and friends. Do not worry about the scandal about lefou; it was necessary to add this to the character because is a movie that celebrates been diferent.… Expand
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TomamaMar 19, 2017
Amazing! By far and away a Beauty of all remakes! Music was fantastic! The shortest 2 hour movie ever! I would see it again and again! Can't speak more highly of this movie!
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LegendPotatoMar 25, 2017
A touching story by disney and well directed, this movie was better than i hoped. It had some flaws, too much cgi for my taste but in a beautifully designed environment. Great performance by the leads and that was some good singing.
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wstennysonMar 17, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Review in Portuguese:
A Bela e a Fera apresenta ótima atuação de sua atriz principal, Emma Watson, que apresenta boa desenvoltura em grande parte do filme, conseguindo passar para o telespectador uma Bela tão forte e independente quanto a da animação, as vezes a ultrapassando, apesar da voz modificada pelo auto tune e as forçadas expressões, ou falta delas, em momentos não adequados. O filme contou com um time de atores que quase não apareceram, por motivos óbvios, seus personagens eram animados, Dan Steves, como a fera, mostrou que pode ser um bom ator, nas duas vezes em que apareceu, porém, sua voz no papel de fera deixou a desejar, talvez por conta dos editores de som que deixaram sua voz abafada e quase sem expressão. Seguido por Emma Thompson como madame Samovar, que conseguiu se igualar a sua antecessora, Angela Lansbury, fazendo com quem está assistindo a ame como no filme animado de 91. Não poderia deixar de falar então dos dois querido Ewan McGregor e Ian McKellen, este primeiro que ainda é muito lembrado pelo seu encantador papel em Mouling Rouge, nos lembra porque Lumière é um dos personagens mais queridos do filme, dando sua voz brutalmente sexy, que se encaixou perfeitamente com o personagem; Já o segundo, apesar de ser um grande ator, parece que foi colocado no papel apenas pelo nome, porém, no decorrer do filme, acaba fazendo com que a gente o acabe "suportando". Por fim, Audra McDonald que nos divertiu tanto a ponto de tirar o gosto pesado que o filme tenta mostrar e Nathan Mack como o fofo Chip, como não amar?!. Voltando as atuações visuais, temos uma surpresa e um grande ator da broadway disputando o título de melhor ator coadjuvante do filme, Luke Evans, não só mostrou um Gaston altamente frio e ao mesmo tempo charmoso, como quase cantou como seu antecessor, Richard White. Já Josh Gad, não precisa mostrar que é um baita de um cantor, filho da Broadway, Gad inovou, mostrou um Le Fou confuso quanto sua sexualidade, porém sem o cômico jeito que tinha na animação, a agonia na face do personagem, nos faz ter vontade de entrar dentro do filme e gritar para Gaston que seu parceiro o ama já que o mesmo não faz, o que só contribuiu para a tentativa de deixar o filme mais melodramático. Por fim, chegamos as partes técnicas, com uma baita produção de cenário, vestimentas, maquiagens e cabelo, o filme só pecou em tentar deixar as coisas bem teatrais, porém em momentos em que o exagero tinha que ser mostrado, a produção fica simples, é o exemplo da cena do baile, em que a roupa de Bela fica tão simples que o telespectador acaba se perguntando pelo exagerado vestido "tufado" da versão animada, a fotografia aparece calma, grande e bonita(e as vezes fakes). O Som do filme é bem diferenciado, e não deixa o telespectador tonto com tantas coisas na tela, apesar do excesso de auto tune. Não seria justo fazer o filme sem chamar Alan Menken para a trilha sonora, e o gigante da Disney não fez feio, inovou, mas com o tom do antigo filme e ainda nos presenteou com 3 novas músicas, porém, com destaque só para o solo da Fera, "Evermore" deveria ter entrado no primeiro filme, pois é tão gigante quanto "Belle", as outras suas musicas foram colocadas apenas para fazer um filme ainda mais musical do que já é. Já os efeitos especiais deixaram a desejar, parece que os editores se preocuparam nos detalhes dos cômodos, e nos lobos, que ficaram perfeitos, mas esqueceram do personagem principal, a Fera, o personagem ficou tão falso que você percebe que a Emma Watson está praticamente atuando sozinha. Por falar em edição, esta pecou em várias partes, desde cortes no meio da cena, e o desfoque exagerado. Por fim, como já abordado nesta crítica, o filme seguiu fielmente sua primeira versão, com apenas algumas mudanças, a representatividade é mostrada, não com excessividade, mas com a normalidade que a Disney passou a acreditar de uns anos para cá. O diretor Bill Condon, que com uma carta verde da própria Disney, colocou personagens negros na historia, mesmo não precisando, além de deixar explicito a sexualidade de Le Fou que era nítida mas foi abafada na animação de 91 quando a Disney ainda era conservadora, a melhor cena fica na hora em que três homens são travestidos de mulher pela Senhora Garderobe, sendo que um deles gostou, aqui fica meus parabéns ao Diretor. A Disney segue sua jornada de remakes Live-Actions de suas obras mais famosas, e com a Bela e a Fera, o primeiro filme de animação a concorrer ao Oscar de Melhor Filme, a pressão para que o filme saísse perfeito era enorme, felizmente e mais uma vez, a gigante acertou. A Bela e a fera segue seu sucesso, conquistando novos telespectadores. Nota: 8,3… Expand
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foxgroveMar 21, 2017
Whilst not as delightful as the original animated version, this at least benefits by having a director of some note and talent guiding it. The result is more than the predictable journeyman telling that so hindered 'Cinderella' a couple ofWhilst not as delightful as the original animated version, this at least benefits by having a director of some note and talent guiding it. The result is more than the predictable journeyman telling that so hindered 'Cinderella' a couple of years ago. Bill Condon moves the tale along at some pace despite a rather long running time. The musical numbers are extremely well staged especially 'Be my Guest' and 'Gaston' and camera work is imaginative. Luke Evans is a revelation here as 'Gaston' and his charismatic turn more than compensates for the shortcomings of Emma Watson's Rather listless Belle. She fails to impress either musically or dramatically. However, the film is so surprisingly entertaining and breathtakingly beautiful to look at that even her limitations can't derail the overall impact. The score is lovely, although the new songs are not up to the standard of the original ones, and production values -Design, costumes, visual effects, make-up and sound are all on the money. The ending is a bit too cutesy, but the (controversial? get over it!) gay sidekick adds some welcome humour and is an inspired touch.… Expand
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CrunchyGranolaMar 22, 2017
The original Beauty and the Beast animated movie is one of my all time favorites, so I had some trepidation about the live-action remake. But, as my rating shows, I was pleased and impressed by the new effort.

Emma Watson is the only actressThe original Beauty and the Beast animated movie is one of my all time favorites, so I had some trepidation about the live-action remake. But, as my rating shows, I was pleased and impressed by the new effort.

Emma Watson is the only actress that I could have accepted as the bookish, plucky Belle since it is who Watson really is, and who she played so many years as Hermione, and she did a creditable job. All of the other roles are also well cast The movie adds additional elements to the story, and its telling, that overall work very well. The timeline is clarified; the relationship of the town to the castle, the haunted forest, and the magic spell are also knitted together better. LeFou has become his own character, with his own comic moments, and real friendship with Gaston, who depends on LeFou to stabilize him at times. This is the single largest addition to the story and is entirely successful. The movie is also updated a bit for present day sensibilities in showing that a fair part of Gaston's male posse have man-crushes (LeFou), or latent feelings of which they are unaware (two of this other followers), all of which I liked.

There is a new song for the beast when he lets Belle go, which I thought was very good, and really needed by the story. I will miss it in the future when viewing the original animated movie (the Ebert site disses the new song, I think the reviewer is all washed up).

Another minor difference: the "bookshop" in the town has comically few books - which actually makes sense for the town as it is, and enhances the contrast of Belle's encounter with the Beast's vast library.

The "battle" scene in the castle involving the townspeople, where they are routed by the enchanted inhabitants played well - it makes perfect sense that the ordinary folk with get spooked by their magicked opponents and cut and run, leaving only the aggressive conceited Gaston to carry on the attack.

Any criticisms? Some.

Watson does get a little lost in castle scenes, they let them overwhelm the actress's presence. The run-time is a little long, and could have been tightened up a bit. The animation of Mrs. Potts was a little creepy. And I really missed the lovely, magical, narrated stained-glass introduction of the original.

Was a live-action remake of Beauty and the Beast necessary? Of course not. Is it better than the original? Again, no (that would be impossible). But I am glad that they did a creditable job.… Expand
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hectorjmtMar 23, 2017
This has to be one of the most beautiful movies I've seen so far. The edition, the whole project is just beautiful. Emma Watson did an incredible job as Belle, as a matter of fact, everyone embodied their characters perfectly. 10/10
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BasaureApr 1, 2017
Standing on its own it's a great movie with great performances. An awesome take on a timeless classic, supported with social awareness and profound subtext and ad hoc to 2017.
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VirgonoShakaMar 19, 2017
To be perfectly honest, I haven't been super enthusiastic about the live action adaptations of Disney's animated classic, mostly by concept than by execution, haven't watched neither the cinderella one nor the Jungle Book (although I haveTo be perfectly honest, I haven't been super enthusiastic about the live action adaptations of Disney's animated classic, mostly by concept than by execution, haven't watched neither the cinderella one nor the Jungle Book (although I have heard that one is very good and plannig to do so soon), but considering that this one is based on probably the best animated Dinsey movie ever (I consider Fantasia to be slightly better) it has huge shoes to try and emulate. And all things considered, I think it works for the most part as a "remaster" of the animated one. It maintains the core concept, songs and shots, and although that may cause some to just want to see the animated one, to me it captured at least most of the magic while adding some cool bits in general, especiallt trying to close some details that didn't made sense in the animated one (althought ironically adding a couple more) and adding some interestin background to the main an supporting cast. All in all, a great example of a movie done with care and true love for the original animated one. It was never supposed to be better, but for what it is, excellent production design, great music, great voice talent, good acting, and some great shots here and there, it leaves me with a great sense of nostalgia but also enjoyment. Recommended in general and if you like Disney, what are you doing reading this, go and watch it.… Expand
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DominArsenDec 8, 2018
La Belle et la Bête
J'y suis retourné 2 fois. Ce film est beau un peu comme Emma Watson.
Belle musique, Belle danse et surtout de bel effet psychédélique pour des scènes magiques.
Je ne dis rien de plus.. La découverte est plus alléchante....
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BrianMcCriticJun 17, 2017
A live action retelling that is almost pin point perfect. The film has a real grasp of the original, and while it rarely deviates it is told so well that you just go along for the ride. A
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GreatMartinMar 20, 2017
This Walt Disney combination of live and animated action has to be one of the most overproduced productions ever but no matter how thousands of napkins, dishes and gowns swirl around on the screen the basic story that makes "Beauty and theThis Walt Disney combination of live and animated action has to be one of the most overproduced productions ever but no matter how thousands of napkins, dishes and gowns swirl around on the screen the basic story that makes "Beauty and the Beast" a classic is still there.

Whether speaking through an animated object or being seen on screen, even if very briefly, it is always a joy to hear/see Ian McKellen, Stanley Tucci, Ewan McGregor, Audra McDonald, Emma Thompson and the glorious Gugu MBatha-Raw along with Nathan Mack as Chip the teacup. (Be sure to stay for ending credits.)

Emma Watson fills the shoes of Belle being the equal of any Disney's princesses and has the voice to match the image while Dan Stevens as the Beast is hidden behind fur and horns most of the movie and has a number near the end that he belts out with assurance. In addition it has Kevin Kline, always welcome in any movie, as Belle's father given more background than previous versions but not a major song to sing. Luke Evans is as narcissistic as any Gaston can be while Josh Gad, as his sidekick, is a delight in the movie.

The original songs by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman from the 1991 animated film are in the new plus 4 new songs by Menken and Tim Rice. The screenplay by Stephen Chbosky and Evan Spilotopoulos has added a lot of background giving the new film a running time of 2 hours and 9 minutes while the original animated 1991 film was 1 hour and 24 minutes. Let's talk about the 'scandal, associated with this film which would take more time to explain then what doesn't take place on the screen. Blink your eyes and you will miss it plus the exact same thing and more has been seen at least 20 times before and how many times have you seen men kiss, by accident in movies, which doesn't happen here! “Much ado about nothing.”

I have seen the animated film twice and the Broadway stage show three times, still as elaborate as this production is I will always fall for the love story and the 'tale as old as time'.… Expand
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coltonjamesMar 19, 2017
After Disney’s live-action remakes of Cinderella and The Jungle Book, Beauty and the Beast has a lot to live up to. It must take their (arguably) most popular animated film and transition it for modern audiences. With a cast consisting ofAfter Disney’s live-action remakes of Cinderella and The Jungle Book, Beauty and the Beast has a lot to live up to. It must take their (arguably) most popular animated film and transition it for modern audiences. With a cast consisting of mostly inanimate objects and a minotaur-like brute, director Bill Condon had a difficult task ahead of him. Thankfully, he was more than up for the challenge. Beauty and the Beast, for the most part, is a success despite some major flaws in its leads. A selfish prince, Dan Stevens, is doomed to live as a hideous beast, unless he finds true love. In walks Belle, Emma Watson, as the prince’s cursed staff makes a last-ditch effort for the prince to free them of their enchantment and find true happiness. I never believed in the relationship between Belle and the Beast. They didn’t have any chemistry until the final act of the film and it felt rushed. Watson and Stevens were serviceable in the leading roles, but unlike the rest of the cast, they felt replaceable. For most of movie, neither are given much to do. Watson seemed present in her scenes and that’s about it. She never felt charming or had any depth to her. Stevens was never intimidating as the Beast, and I didn’t have as much sympathy for him as I should have. Fortunately, the rest of the ensemble cast more than makes up for the lacking leads. Luke Evans and Josh Gad are perfectly cast. Evans shines as the incredibly narcissistic yet immensely likeable Gaston, while Gad’s take on the quirky and bumbling LeFou has the funniest moments of the film. The performance of “Gaston” was easily the best part of the movie. The nefarious duo steal each scene they’re in and I left the movie wishing they had more screen time. A lineup of all-time greats, including Ian McKellen, Emma Thompson and Stanley Tucci, make up the enchanted staff. Each actor and actress gives a larger than life performance and they all work great, with Ewan McGregor being the standout with his excellent rendition of “Be Our Guest”. The musical numbers drew me in and never felt out of place. Iconic songs such as “Beauty and the Beast” were done with admiration and were satisfying to see onscreen. Director Condon utilizes epic set designs and sweeping shots of beautiful landscapes to make Beauty and the Beast feel like a fairy tale come to real life. The tone is light-hearted, but dark when it needs to be. I would be laughing at a joke from LeFou in one scene, and feel deep sorrow for the cursed inhabitants of the castle in the next. It is a delicate balance that gives the film its emotional depth. The visual effects of the film are, for the most part, decent if not passable. However, the Beast looks near realistic in some scenes, but cartoonish in many others. It can be distracting when it appears Emma Watson is acting against something that isn’t as real as her. Despite some key character flaws and minor inconsistencies, I found Beauty and the Beast to be Disney’s best live-action remake yet. I was invested in the enchanted staff’s desperate attempt to make Belle fall for the Beast, and I had great time watching Gaston’s smug endeavors to woo Belle. The fun-spirited tone and energetic performances of the supporting cast left me feeling cheerful as I exited the theater. Disney keeps setting the bar higher and higher with its remakes, and they keep delivering.… Expand
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CineAutoctonoMar 20, 2017
"Beauty and the Beast" was a very good movie, where the essence of the animated film was very valuable, the characters I really liked, especially the characters of Bella, the Beast and Gaston. Emma Watson, Dan Stevens and Luke Evans stood out"Beauty and the Beast" was a very good movie, where the essence of the animated film was very valuable, the characters I really liked, especially the characters of Bella, the Beast and Gaston. Emma Watson, Dan Stevens and Luke Evans stood out in their characters, the story was very nice and very funny, one of the best of the year.… Expand
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GuyBeasleyMar 19, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A few weeks ago my twin brother and i sat down to watch the original Beauty and the Beast, because what better did we have to do. As soon as the movie started i got hooked, the songs, the characters, are just magnificent throughout the entire film. And this is how i felt with the live action version of the film. I got hooked right from the beginning of the film. Emma Watson as belle i feel did an amazing job. Belle is a character that you can relate to and i think Emma Watson did a great job portraying that aspect. A lot of people are saying that this film is too much like the original. I totally agree that it follows the same story line and main ideas, but as Chris stuckmannn would say, " if it isn't broke dont fix it". so overall I loved watching this film and would definitely recommend it!… Expand
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TheQuietGamerJun 10, 2017
The French fairy tale has once again been brought to the big-screen by Disney. Only this time in live-action form. If one was hoping for a more faithful adaptation of the original story this time around, then they would be disappointed. ThisThe French fairy tale has once again been brought to the big-screen by Disney. Only this time in live-action form. If one was hoping for a more faithful adaptation of the original story this time around, then they would be disappointed. This pretty much just a remake of the 1991 animated classic. It never strays from what that movie did by much at all, outside of it's own little personal touches to make it not quite a 100% repeat. As a result we are left with a movie that is very familiar as was to be expected based on those trailers. It's very "been there, done that" and doesn't hold a candle to it's animated counterpart. Yet by no means is it a bad movie. There's a reason this tale is as old as time and that's because it's a darn good one.

What keeps it from living up to it's predecessor is that it's more cartoonish in nature. There's an extra added sense of goofiness and more humor to every scene. It's missing that dark, more mature tone that made the original so charming, intimate, and effective. It's wonderful to see the dazzling light and pretty sights the director has in store for you. I also laughed regularly. It's clear that this version is more concerned about pure entertainment than having the tale pull at your heartstrings the way it did back in 1991. They even turned down the more menacing aspects of the Beast's personality like his violent outbursts to make it more appealing to all ages. There was a frightening aspect to the character for me as a kid so I see why they did it, but there's no hiding the fact that it hurts the story and romance in the end. Even in my early years when Beast's angry, loud eruptions gave me a fright I didn't mind them. Even then I noticed how it made Belle's slow peeling back of his layers all the more meaningful and effective. I also wasn't too happy with how characters like Cogsworth were pushed more into the background this time around.

There's a lot the movie does get right though. For starters it's absolutely gorgeous and the little touches like how the prince's beastly appearance shares features with his true human form. It also extremely well cast. Emma Watson really is the perfect Belle. For the most part the cast has been given more over-the-top versions of the characters. Watson is the only one who plays their character with the exact same conviction as their animated counterpart. Something I do not believe is the rest of the cast's fault. Instead the blame falls on the writer(s) and director. Luke Evans nails Gaston's arrogance and manipulative qualities. Then there's Josh Gad who is an absolute scene-stealer with this new version Le Fou, Gaston's sidekick who turns out to be quite endearing this time around. Much like the animated movie there are musical numbers. Most of which are ripped right from the original. They are surprisingly excellent. The dance accompanying them could have used so much, but it was nice to see, or rather, hear Disney not butcher these wonderful songs.

It's magic, romance, fantasy, visual splendor, and well-meaning silliness all rolled up into one big movie. We've basically seen this before and it was no doubt better then, but there is still reason to give this not so new version of a tale as old as time a watch. The qualities that made the fairy tale so well-loved in the first part are still here, albeit in lesser form. It's worth showing to the kids (but make sure they see the superior version at some point) and reliving a classic with some new little touches. 7.8/10… Expand
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Iky009Mar 26, 2017
There is a scary visual beauty, effects that hypnotize and capture the essence of the animated classic, and a magnificent soundtrack. It is a fact to say that Beauty and the Beast is a beautiful film you see (visually), but your visualThere is a scary visual beauty, effects that hypnotize and capture the essence of the animated classic, and a magnificent soundtrack. It is a fact to say that Beauty and the Beast is a beautiful film you see (visually), but your visual mastery is just a part of something that could be much more memorable, than just a beautiful and helpful film. Bela and Fera are back in action in a live-action adventure that will delight the new generation and nostalgia for what has grown with the animated classic.… Expand
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JNOTROct 30, 2017
In this live-action adaptation we find a very well played Belle by Emma Watson and a Beast correctly customized by Dan Stevens, but, the performances are not sustained in these 2 but in their secondary: with McGregor, McKellen and Luke EvansIn this live-action adaptation we find a very well played Belle by Emma Watson and a Beast correctly customized by Dan Stevens, but, the performances are not sustained in these 2 but in their secondary: with McGregor, McKellen and Luke Evans who is awesome as Gaston. The music is excellent and the new songs are good, but not up to the others. The musical numbers are well done, but, the Gaston bar scene is better than the iconic Beauty and the Beast. What I did not like were some of the things that are added to the plot and that have no relevance or just feel a little out of place and unnecessary.… Expand
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Voodoo123Jan 11, 2018
+Excellent cast
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+Great musical vibe -Auto-tune noticeable I was very entertained and impressed by this movie. I really enjoyed the amount of practical sets and costumes used to tell+Excellent cast
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I was very entertained and impressed by this movie. I really enjoyed the amount of practical sets and costumes used to tell the story... It feels like a new sweet spot between musical theater and and an animated CG film.… Expand
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Jess_HillApr 14, 2017
I was thoroughly dubious about this remake, as the original film was my childhood favourite. Thankfully, this is a charming experience with enough wit and considered alterations to bring a fresh interpretation to the beastiality-cum-StockholmI was thoroughly dubious about this remake, as the original film was my childhood favourite. Thankfully, this is a charming experience with enough wit and considered alterations to bring a fresh interpretation to the beastiality-cum-Stockholm syndrome laden plot. Disappointingly, the cinematography is woeful, with the stunning set design frequently eviscerated by poor frame rates and shoddy camera work. I suspect that this may work better visually in 3D. The costumes are wonderful, and the performances are hammy but generally endearing. Whilst lacking subtlety, the storyline is nicely paced, and this is a solid film overall. 7.82/10… Expand
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PipeCJun 7, 2017
Must Walt Disney Studios Redraw Its Future?

Disney presides over the current film scene in terms of money and art, however, for a person who loves and understands film substance, it's dishonorable and enervating to see how celluloid worldMust Walt Disney Studios Redraw Its Future?

Disney presides over the current film scene in terms of money and art, however, for a person who loves and understands film substance, it's dishonorable and enervating to see how celluloid world isn't being handled by creative artists, but by financial managers and accountants presiding artificial productions at box-office designs' expense, shelving true meaning of cinema. An archetype of this is the hybrid that I mentioned earlier, etymologically known as live- action. Hollywood executive's greed is derisory, greediness brazenly covers up under the shadow of hypothetical homages or reinventions. But we cannot declare that live-action feature films presented are strictly a way to make money, this is the hidden purpose, the released guinea pigs have been reasonably great. So this is where the final questioning emerges: must we pass unnoticed Disney's money desires if and only if it remains to offer audiovisual productions entirely well made, even if they continue to nurture the plague producing creative shortcomings nowadays? Judge for yourselves. Imaginative impasse's last prey is "Beauty and the Beast", Disney's first movie in being nominated in six different categories at the Academy Awards, of which won two awards with reference to its unforgettable OST. The reinterpretation of the story of a prince transfigured int beast because of his arrogant conceit and his corresponding love affair with a villager who arrives his castle to rescue her father, examining enormous expectation set up months ago, is a modern contraption artistically uneven, it fulfills the objective of evoking the amazing inspiration source, at the same time develops more complex stories and plausible motivations, but using an almost integral copy. Although there's a patent female empowerment message, an unjustified noise for the first homosexual character of the company and places as meticulous as magnificent, it looks as if narrative were in unripe, and I don't mean the tale itself, since we already know it fully, I say this for autonomy lack with the basic story.

William "Bill" Condon ("Dreamgirls" & "Mr. Holmes") does what he can with the tools on his property. We've had the pleasure of knowing Mr. Condon's aptitudes in sharply human films, the filmmaker exhibited his sensitive eye to portray fables with a dramatic base in these ones. The director will make to resurface briefly the charm of years ago with almost emulated camera shots, only altered by indescribable technological advances, however, the real magic keeps in the adorable animation from the 90s. The dance scene, 'Be Our Guest' musical number and the terminal moment will stimulate the awakening of memories supported by no ideal love and inner beauty, besides the rewarding minor variations to the soundtrack. Such immoderate fidelity allows it to touch both glory and failure at the same time. In respect of visual part, they had a laborious and delicate job, erect rightly Villeneuve, beast's gloomy palace or the tavern where LeFoe adulates Gaston with a song or make with extreme delicacy characters attire weren't easy. The filmmaking is objectively its specialty, keeping in mind narrative standards raised previously. Although Rococo style, CGI animations and clothing and make-up are fetching, that too dark effect prevailing in the third act is neither pleasant nor required. Fortunately, such chromatic attenuation doesn't discredit Belle's stunning yellow dress, the design of the sets and its animated characters or Emma Watson paying homage to "Mary Poppins" with her musical scene. Beautiful pictures.

If it had optimal challenges graphically, musically was impossible to get even an infinitesimal improvement, and effectively, impossible is impossible. Despite original composer (Alan Menken) returned to provide his services, none of his new scores are entirely predominant, however, the interpretation of the music classic in the voices of Ariana Grande and John Legend recalls melodic beauty from the original song.

The classic movie will remain a classic, but what would be a true modern classic falls short in charm. Exhausting run-time, Watson's overvaluation, the CGI technique in the face of the Beast of doubtful credibility, exaggerated darkness in the third act, and a few new forgettable songs complicate the goals of Disney about its winning streak. I've rated the film with reference to the original movie, since although they didn't want to alter or pass inspiration source, their attempt stays in a lax reinterpretation, as if Condon and his team wanted to draw frame by frame with beautiful elements which don't find who make them shine, and although in matter of adaptations, respectful similarity is what must prevail, it lacks magic. "Beauty and the Beast" (2017) is far from being a bad movie, nevertheless, they knew what and who they faced, and evidently failed to convince so big beasts.… Expand
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MasterRileyMar 23, 2017
Beauty and the Beast is a very enjoyable adaptation with a great cast, great music pieces and singing, beautiful costumes and locations, and a large sense of heart you'd come to expect from the fairy tale. At times it can be a little sillyBeauty and the Beast is a very enjoyable adaptation with a great cast, great music pieces and singing, beautiful costumes and locations, and a large sense of heart you'd come to expect from the fairy tale. At times it can be a little silly and others predictable, but really its what we've come to expect from the well known story.… Expand
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CarFan1999Aug 2, 2017
The best aspect of the movie is the set design and visual effects. The budget of this was $160 million and it shows. Every set piece is simply gorgeous and full of detail. The cinematography is great. Although this is live-action, there are aThe best aspect of the movie is the set design and visual effects. The budget of this was $160 million and it shows. Every set piece is simply gorgeous and full of detail. The cinematography is great. Although this is live-action, there are a lot of animated characters and they all fit seamlessly into the picture. The songs were also fantastic. Most were from the original film, but those and the few new songs were all done well. Having seen the 1991 film, the story of the new one is almost identical to the original. The only difference being that there are a few new scenes added. Then again, the original story was near-perfect, so not changing it is just fine. As far as acting goes, all the performers do a fine job, especially Luke Evens as Gaston. The only one who didn’t do well was the lead actress, Emma Watson. She does an ok job in the role as Belle, but she seemed to lack energy and her vocal performance was only so-so. On a side note, the soundtrack by Alan Menken is amazingly good. This isn’t a surprise, as he also scored the original film. Overall, I would give Beauty and the Beast (2017) a 70%. While it’s nowhere near as good as the original, it’s nonetheless a beautiful film. The story’s predictable (it’s nearly identical to the original) and Emma Watson’s performance could’ve been better. On the other hand, every shot is full of beauty and the songs are memorable.

There are parts that’ll have you tear up and others that will make you joyful. I would recommend seeing this, regardless if you’ve seen the original or not.… Expand
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tbeit2Apr 11, 2017
I thought this was a decent movie all around.

The positives are the amazing visuals, great songs and in general great film making. It was a beautiful movie and was always enjoyable to watch because of it. The acting was good as well. II thought this was a decent movie all around.

The positives are the amazing visuals, great songs and in general great film making. It was a beautiful movie and was always enjoyable to watch because of it. The acting was good as well. I especially enjoyed Gaston, I thought he was a fun villain. All of the singers do a decent or great job, even if there is a little reported autotune I didn't notice.

If I had to find some flaws, it would be that the plot is still really predictable and simple. I never saw the origional, but I heard that it is close to the same. I don't want to fault them too much since that is what they were going for, but repeated viewings will probably get bogged down due to the plot not having much suspense to begin with. I also thought that the ending went on for a bit too long. I'm sure most people know how it ends, but the individual scenes last really long for some reason, and that combined with the kind of hokey beginning (some really standard writing at the beginning as well) does add up some.

Despite these flaws, i enjoyed it. I am also happy they picked Emma Watson for the role, she did a beautiful job. I would recommend seeing it if you're a fan of Disney or just want to see a musical fairy tail. Isn't a required watch, but it was worth the money.… Expand
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Creeper3455Mar 27, 2017
Don't say that is better than the animated movie,because it's not. But at least is enjoyable and fun. I was almost scared of how could t be when the movie began,because from one song to another, it felt like a Broadway musical,but after theDon't say that is better than the animated movie,because it's not. But at least is enjoyable and fun. I was almost scared of how could t be when the movie began,because from one song to another, it felt like a Broadway musical,but after the 1st act, it turns (luckily) into the same old Disney musical. When the visual effects started to roll out, it was impressive,but when the Beast (played greatly by Dan Stevens) appeared, some of the moments were fine. With the addition of some never seen-before scenes, it felt like the movie was going to a dark and emotional turn. Everything felt like that, but when we get into the last act, everything was like it came out from a comedy.The performances were all great and, as i expected, Emma Watson shined as Belle and Luke Evans dominated the comedy of this movie alongside Josh Gad,aside from being a total badass. In the end, this live action remake is NOT better than the animated, but it manages to deliver a promising story, some touching moments, great acting and solid visual effects.… Expand
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moviewithmegJan 23, 2018
I was hesitantly excited going into the theater this weekend. I mean it is a “tale as old as time”, how could Disney keep this “tale” classic, without making it an unnecessary shot by shot remake? The answer: original songs, a bomb supportingI was hesitantly excited going into the theater this weekend. I mean it is a “tale as old as time”, how could Disney keep this “tale” classic, without making it an unnecessary shot by shot remake? The answer: original songs, a bomb supporting cast, and banking on weak reminiscent 90’s girls hit with the double whammy of Hermione-Belle.

And in my eyes, Emma Watson probably couldn’t have failed. Despite some noticeable audio-tune and a relatively one note performance, she is the definitive “well-read-and-beautiful”actress currently. And her off screen crusades as a modern feminist icon have only secured her as one of the most popular non-traditional “Hollywood” actresses.

As for the supporting cast, the animate objects were all so whimsical. Ewan McGregor, Sir Ian McKellan, and Emma Thompson as Lumiere, Cogsworth, and Mrs. Potts respectively had old Disney charm down pat, so I forgive McGregor for what I personally thought was the most dissapointing song recreation of “Be Our Guest”, and a weak accent.

I was on the fence about Luke Evans as Gaston, simply because the only person in Hollywood with the physique I expect for Gaston is Dwayne Johnston. But with some shoulder pads, extra layers, and one of the strongest vocal performers in the whole show, he really exceeded my expectations. Josh Gad’s comic relief Le Fou modernized the whole production, and had some of the best lines, and despite being pretty easily swayed to to good side in the end, but was a real bright spot in general.

Speaking of Gad, there was a lot of press about Le Fou being the first gay Disney character, which I saw as a very subtle plot line that was never entirely resolved, or really deeply explored. The one thing to say is props to Disney I guess, since they refused to cut 1-2 seconds of footage, and it would have been very easy to have backed down to criticism.

Moving on to the music, obviously the inclusion of Alan Menken was a win. There were are few original song additions, that I though were a necessity to keep this version fresh. My roommate and I have been going on and on over one of the new songs in particular, “Evermore”. I don’t want to spoil anything, but I have now seen this movie twice, and teared up twice during this song. However, I am going to say that may have more to do with my personal love life tendencies.

Overall, one of the best aspects of the story was how they spent more meaningful time on the relationship between Belle and the Beast. As a side note, wouldn’t she call him Adam? No? Anyway, the falling in love aspects seemed more organic than in it’s animated counterpart (which I revisited last weekend in preparation). I instinctively accredit this to Stephen Chbosky (Perks of Being a Wallflower), who I had more general trust in than Bill Condon (Twilight). There is a lot I could go on about, plot changes, how hot the beast was, fleshed out character backgrounds, my goosebumps during the Belle Reprise, but I think I will cut myself off here and just say if you think you may enjoy this, I’m sure you will. 7/10… Expand
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MonkiReviewsAug 9, 2017
A great remake of the animated original. The story was the same, but that is a good thing. The CGI looked amazing, and very realistic. The acting and singing wasn't amazing, but at times was great. It is for sure worth a watch.
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CalumRhysUKApr 7, 2017
Growing up in the 90's, my childhood was primarily all about Disney films, those animated tales that helped us escape from reality, with the original 'Beauty and the Beast' still holding up today as one of Disney's finest efforts. So when aGrowing up in the 90's, my childhood was primarily all about Disney films, those animated tales that helped us escape from reality, with the original 'Beauty and the Beast' still holding up today as one of Disney's finest efforts. So when a film that's as important to our childhood is remade into a live action adaptation, opinions are going to be divisive, as they are here. To sum it up however, this film isn't actually that bad... but damn was it still embarrassing to ask for a ticket for this at the cinema...

Bill Condon is an unknown director, primarily for one reason, his catalogue of films are practically tripe, yeah I'm looking at you 'Twilight', so why Disney entrusted him with a project of this scale is beyond me, probably revolving around financial gain, but heck this is still his strongest effort to date.

The best way to describe this film is that it's technically a shot-for-shot remake, but with extra filler scenes in-between. The main "wow" factor of this film is in its gorgeous production design and costume design, of which I wouldn't be surprised got Oscar nominations next year. The cinematography is generally rather alluring and the visual effects are pristine, but lack in comparison to say 'The Jungle Book' (arguably Disney's strongest live-action adaptation of recent years). I can't fault the acting (maybe Ewan McGregor's flimsy French accent aside) and the songs were executed brilliantly.

My main issue however, was how "dumbed-down" this film was in comparison to the original, perhaps kids of the 90's were just a little more intelligent and didn't need those gags... who knows, but despite it all, the film has that magical vista we all need in our life, something to make us smile. Sure, it'll never stand up to the original, and there are noticeable flaws lying about, but this aside it is still a charming film.… Expand
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LucascastawayApr 14, 2017
Filme com visual ótimo ( o castelo esta quase perfeito ) a fera e etc / 3D Funciona em varios momentos / roteiro otimo / O filme contem bastante musicas e é um filme focado mais para o publico feminino ( pois e princesa e meio que um musicalFilme com visual ótimo ( o castelo esta quase perfeito ) a fera e etc / 3D Funciona em varios momentos / roteiro otimo / O filme contem bastante musicas e é um filme focado mais para o publico feminino ( pois e princesa e meio que um musical ) / mesmo sendo homem eu gostei do filme , em certos momentos fiquei entediado por exemplo : nas cenas de musica ( mais isso e questao de gosto ) / Enfim para o publico feminino nota 8 ou 9 / para o masculino 6 ou 7… Expand
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ViniciusBritoJul 14, 2018
This Beauty and the Beast movie is a big remake from the 1991 version, wich is based on the fairy tail of 1740 written by Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot. This one is directed by Bill Condon. The story of this movie is exactly the same as the 1991This Beauty and the Beast movie is a big remake from the 1991 version, wich is based on the fairy tail of 1740 written by Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot. This one is directed by Bill Condon. The story of this movie is exactly the same as the 1991 is, the concept is the same and some scenes are exactly like the 1991 version is. But this one have added some things, it gave more background to some characthers, changed the personality in other, but it is pretty much a different clone.
One of the most brilliant aspects of the first one are the songs and how they were fit in the story, always having some meaning and with a great vocal. In this one i personally don't think that the songs were as well sung as in the original, but it wasn't bad, in the first song of the movie it is easily noticiable that the character were being dubbed, the mouth moving and the song wasn't well connected, but it happened only at the first song, in the others it felt better. The movie present some new songs, some of than are pretty good and useful, some aren't that much, but personally i enjoyed the new presentations.
The CGI in some moments was a real problem, especially when the beast interacted with some person in a environment with lighting, because it really was very noticiable the cgi there, the motin capture wasn't bad, it was pretty good, but the cgi itself was noticeable near a human. The objects cgi was better for one side, they were really well constructed but in other hand i didn't find them so charismatic as they were in the original movie.
The acting of Emma Watson in some moments worked out, but i really couldn't feel that love that she was supose to deliever, in my opininon she needs to develop more the art of pass emotions with her facial expressions, but in moments of happines and sadness i think that she was able to do a good job. Dan Stevens as the Beast delivered i nice creature, he were able with his voice to pass the idea of fragile but at the same time trying to get better, like a kid that didn't know how to do what he have to, i believe that he got close to what the beast were in the original, and also sang really well. Now Luke Evans was great, he didn't just look like Gaston from the original, but incarnated the character in every aspect, the way of speak, the way of look and how much he think that he is a badass. Josh Gad did a very nice job as Lefou, he was funny and had a bigger arch than in the original. Now the objects in my opinion were all great dubbed, Ewan Mcgregor deserves a shotout, if the cgi objects couldn't be so charismatic in their appearances, they definely got some points in their voices, Ewan isn't just charming while he does his french accent, but he also is a great singer. Ian McKellen were very funny, his character was adorable because of the nice voice and tones that he gave him.
The movie give a situation of greater danger as regards the original was, it gave a sense of need to achieve the objective bigger than the original was.
In some moments the movie felt rushed, even that it is considerable longer then the original.
The montage of the music clips were really good, it did had a little of the magic that it had in the original there, it was well done.
There is one sequence in this movie that they added, that was gorgeous, in this one Belle is a lover of stories just like in the original, but here the Beast also is a cult person. There is a moment that beast say to Belle "let's run away from this place" and they go to the library, and when they got a book and use it, they just got transported to where they wanted to. I think that it was a great way to show how people to read books, watch movies or even play video games feel while doing it so, when i'm watching a movie i completely got out of my reality and start living inside of that universe that got apresented to me, and just like beast said, getting out of the reality, i though that sequence great.
The cinematography isn't one of the bests, i think that it is a lack of colors, i miss a visual identity here, but in other hand there was a moving camera that really made me feel the place, make know the place a little more. The mise-en-scène so as the original was, this one is also very good.
The costumes were varied and ludic, in this aspect they really got it right.
The background that were added to the prince gave more content to the character, but the one added to Belle i don't think that it were so full of meaning like it could, maybe it was unnecessary.
The geography got confuse in some moments, sometimes seems to be a fast travel to somewhere, sometimes seems to be days long, it got confused.
The movie isn't great as the original was, but it isn't bad neither, it does have problems with the cgi, it felt rushed and does have continuity issues. But even with that it does have a little of the magic of Disney, the scenario is very good, the musics are wonderful and the acting worked very well in a lot of moments.… Expand
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ctleng76Jul 10, 2017
All the critics rave about Emma Watson. I agree that she is a great actor, and does a great job portraying Belle, however her singing is not strong. She stays on-key, but there just isn't that professional polish or vibrato that should goAll the critics rave about Emma Watson. I agree that she is a great actor, and does a great job portraying Belle, however her singing is not strong. She stays on-key, but there just isn't that professional polish or vibrato that should go along with it. With this being a musical, the leading lady should have also been a strong singer.… Expand
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EpicDanAug 28, 2017
i have seen the animated version before, i really enjoyed it. and i was really hyped about this version. it did not complete all my expectation but i kinda like this movie. especially the visuals & emma watson's performance. overall, it is ai have seen the animated version before, i really enjoyed it. and i was really hyped about this version. it did not complete all my expectation but i kinda like this movie. especially the visuals & emma watson's performance. overall, it is a nice relaxing family friendly film.… Expand
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ThaddeusDec 16, 2017
While most critics and fans say that Emma Watson did the best I disagree. She was good, but the best actor in this film was Luke Evans as Gaston. The film was good, but just not as memorable as the first one.
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BANNEDGGlndccntJan 31, 2022
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manningn15Aug 17, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beauty and the Beast is definitely my favorite live-action remake of a Disney animated movie and one of my favorite movies of all time. I loved how this one gave more of a backstory to how the Prince became the Beast and what he did that got him turned into the Beast. The acting and voice over performances were terrific especially from Emma Watson, Dan Stevens, Luke Evans, Josh Gad, Emma Thompson, Ewan McGregor, Ian McKellen, Kevin Kline, Audra McDonald, Stanley Tucci, and Gugu Mbatha-Raw. The visuals were phenomenal especially the Beast and all of the inanimate objects that are now alive. The musical numbers were outstanding especially the Be Our Guest number, the Belle number, the Evermore number, and the Aria number. The soundtrack was excellent especially the songs Beauty and the Beast, Evermore, How Does a Moment Last Forever, Be Our Guest, Belle, and Something There. The soundtrack is my favorite Disney soundtrack, my 2nd favorite soundtrack of all time, and one of my favorite albums of all time. The score was fantastic. The costumes were remarkable especially Belle's gold dress, Belle's blue dress, Madame de Garderobe's blue and gold dress, Gaston's outfit, and Plumette's blue and white dress. The sets and scenery were wonderful especially the beautiful castle that the Prince/the Beast, his workers/the inanimate objects, and later Belle live in together. Beauty and the Beast is a definite A++ movie for me but will never beat the original.… Expand
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FidelGastroMar 20, 2022
Well made film. I don't really seek out these live-action animated films, but this one was pretty good. The high quality was mostly due to the cast, led by Emma Watson in the lead role. The only thing that bothers me a bit is too muchWell made film. I don't really seek out these live-action animated films, but this one was pretty good. The high quality was mostly due to the cast, led by Emma Watson in the lead role. The only thing that bothers me a bit is too much singing. Unfortunately, Disney movies couldn't do without it. However, I understand that the film is primarily intended for a child audience and they certainly enjoy it. I rate it 8/10.… Expand
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