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Summary: Perfect...
Review: The first time I watched this, it scared me...the beast scared me. And so I really didn't feel like watching the rest. However...The second time I watched it...it still scared me, but it was a much more pleasing movie. I paid the story more attention and realized a lot of misconceptions I previously had about this movie (e.g. - Maurice got the beast in trouble, Gaston was badly done, prince is ugly, etc.). There was much chemistry between Belle and the Beast. There were very entertaining scenes where the Beast tries to please Belle by acting like a gentleman...you can almost feel the changes in him after Belle nurses his wounds after he saves her from the wolves. I can't rave about it more. It would have been the perfect tale if they hadn't made the Gaston sequences so long, as I really disliked him (this might be the pt. since we are supposed to hate the villains) and I really wish they would make a sequel to it instead of doing short pieces that belong in the middle. And the songs...what can I say?? They're skillfully made and put-together. Paige O'Hara's voice is a delight. All the songs were entertaining, the tunes were catchy. And it all melded into the story perfectly. Overall, it's a heartwarming, tear-jerking Disney classic for the whole family...even the guys!
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Summary: Best feature-lenght cartoon ever !
Review: " Beauty & the beast "in my opinion, is simply THE VERY BEST MOVIE IN ALL OF CARTOONS.Bar none. It has a lot going for the movie, the definitive heroine in Belle, beatiful & moral-value story , high production value,for example, the animation is detailed, handsome-looking and extremely cinematic, above average songs, good action sequences, mostly provided by the film supporting antagonist, Gaston, eerie & nostalgic fantasy elements of the movie the best of all, the interplay sequences featuring Belle & the Beast. I simply like the movie very much, everything just work perfectly in concert among all elements( those mention above). The movie hits home, because to me,this is an excellent, family movie & to some degree a subtle personal story with full of good moral values, clean & fun, & best of all, very memorable movie. Simply, I cannot forget from watching this memorable movie, it still sticks and lingers in my mind and in fact I have already watched this film in a number of repetitive times, like 30 times. This is Disney film definitive & exemplary animation. Beauty and the Beast should have won the oscar that year for best picture, I thought.And I believe, for the longest time, Beauty and the beast should remain the best and most cherished feature-lenght cartoon ever to be produced by Disney themselves, and all of every cartoons ever.
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Summary: One of the best animated movies ever!
Review: I first saw this film when I was around 17 (though it had come out a few years earlier) and instantly fell in love with it. One of the most beautiful and endearing of the Disney films, and an absolute must-have DVD. Say you are getting it for the kids, but you know you are getting it for yourself! : )
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Summary: My Favorite Disney Classic
Review: Belle is bored with life in her village. Her only escape is her books, and she longs to have an adventure of her own. When her father heads out to a fair, he gets lots, and Belle finds him in an enchanted castle. The objects are thrilled, because if she and their master, the Beast, fall in love, they will all be freed from the enchantment. But will Belle be able to see past the outward appearance? And what about the handsome bore back home who wants to marry Belle? I feel in love with this movie the first time I saw it, and that love has only grown over the years. The story is the right mix of fun and uncertainty. Gaston was a wonderful addition to the mix because his story was the part I was most uncertain about the first time around. The artwork on the film catches your eye from the first shot of the castle, and doesn't let go. Beside the incredible background shots are wonderful drawings of the characters. I especially love the boyish excitement they manage to give the Beast in several scenes. Finally, there's the music. Every song adds to the story and is memorable in its own right. This DVD is perfect for any fan of this movie. Disc 1 includes three versions of the film. The first is the "in progress" version shown to the New York film festival 6 weeks before the premier of the movie in 1991. While it's fun to have, I won't be watching it regularly. The second version is the original release. And finally comes the special edition, with the added scene and "Human Again." Ironically, this is probably my least favorite of the songs added to the Broadway version, but it does advance the story. And, there's always the option of watching the original version. Obviously, the version that you are supposed to watch is the special edition, as the audio commentary and sing along bonus features only work with this option. All three come in Dolby 5.1 sound, which sounds great. The second disc features hours of bonus material. Most of it focuses on the making of this movie. Everything is covered, from original idea through characters and the Broadway version and special edition. Galleries show character designs over the course of the project. Also featured is the original treatments for "Human Again" and "Be Our Guest." Celebrity voices give background on the original story and Disney versions of classic tales. And there's a fun documentary as the stars of "Even Stevens" take a backstage look at all the work that goes into making a feature animated film. This is the only film so far to be nominated for an Oscar for Best Picture. Watching the film, the reason is clear. This is something the entire family can enjoy. Don't miss your opportunity to catch this classic film.
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Summary: A classic
Review: What can you say, Beauty and the Beast in DVD mastered goodness.
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Summary: Get it before its gone.
Review: An origional disney masterpiece. This is one of teh origiaonl disney masterpiece. Get it now before its gone. Get it so you can pass on this treasureable movie on to your kids and grand kids. If you haven't seen this movie, (which i can't believe) get this movie. It will not be around for long.
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Summary: No one struts like gaston.
Review: We rank this as our 4th favorite of the 41 animated Disney movies that we own. But it is also our #1 favorite Disney musical, with Petes Dragon being our #2 favorite Disney musical. The producers have created a tremendous total package here starting with the highly memorable and enjoyable music, to a wonderful story that includes charm, humor, wit and compassion. We had a lot of fun by gathering the family together to rank the 41 Disney movies we have that include some cartoon work. All the kids, ages 6 to 27, participated along with mother and dad. Peter Pan is no Codfish, we rank it #2. Lion King was selected number 1 of the 41 as the family favorite, but narrowly. Peter Pan was 2. Pete's Dragon 3, Beauty & the beast 4 and Sleeping Beauty 5.
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Summary: Great New Song- "Be Our Guest"
Review: Includes the great new song, "Be Our Guest" which was not in the original. Some bozos think that "Human Again" is a new song but its not, it was is the original release. You must go back in time and view this movie at the theaters to confirm this, but take it from me, its true---Walt.
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Summary: Classic Story for Everyone
Review: I originally saw this movie in the theater as a double feature. Disney was giving a sneak preview of its new movie Father of the Bride as the second movie. I paid for one and got the other. Both movies are classics. If you own a DVD player, Get this movie. You are going to want to watch it several times in your life and if you have children.. Several thousand more...
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Summary: 5 year old say "buy it"
Review: Our 5 year old watches this very intently and loves it. It's a great story, good messages, great music and animation. Adult story line is equally good. Enjoy together.
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