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Summary: IMAX THEATRES!!!!
Review: This is one of the best Disney films that were made in 1991 Angela Lansbury as Mrs. Potts was great in fact she sang the song Beauty and the Beast at the General Conference Christmas concert it was amazing but anyways from what I've seen Beauty and the Beast will be released in giant screens on January 1st 2002 with a song that didn't make it in the film it's called "Human Again" it may be released later in non-imax theatres later in 2002 just like Fantasia 2000 did who knows I hope cause I saw the trailer for it on t.v. one day and it looks fantastic in IMAX theatres and it will be if they put it in regular theatres I recommend you go see this in IMAX theatres if you have an IMAX theatre near you or even watch the video if you like. age 14 yr. old veiwer
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Summary: One of Disney's Best Films
Review: Indeed, it's a tale as old as time, with a complex message that is as ageless as it is universal; but beneath all the layers it can be summed up very simply: love one another, and refrain from judging others who "seem" to be "different." And leave it to Disney to present it in such a way that it can be embraced and understood by young and old alike as they have here, in one of their best animated features ever, "Beauty and the Beast," directed by Gary Trousdale. When a young Prince fails the test of an enchantress disguised as an old hag, she transforms him into a hideous beast, as he is destined to remain until he opens his heart and learns how to love and be loved in return. And so that he'll know where he stands as time goes by, she gives him an enchanted rose, which will bloom until his twenty-first birthday, and he has only until the last petal falls from the flower to effect the change within himself that will be his salvation. The beast, however, seems doomed, as he shuts himself away, alone in his castle, taking up a reclusive existence far from everyone and everything. Until, one day, a beautiful young woman named Belle shows up at his doorstep. Belle is searching for her inventor father, Maurice, who disappeared while taking one of his latest inventions to the fair; and his trail leads Belle to the castle of the Beast, where she discovers he is being held prisoner, having run afoul of the Beast by trespassing while lost during the night of his journey. Repulsed by the appearance of the Beast, Belle nevertheless strikes a bargain with him: If he will release her father, she will stay in his place. The Beast agrees, with the stipulation that she must remain with him forever. And as the Beast casts Belle's father from the castle and sends him on his way, Belle's fate seems sealed. The only hope now for either Belle or the Beast lies in the remote possibility that true love may somehow prevail before the last petal of the enchanted rose falls. With the help of a richly textured screenplay (by Linda Woolverton) that invests the characters with a depth of humanity that is often lacking even in "non" animated films, and an Oscar winning score by Alan Menken, director Trousdale provides some real insights into human nature in this retelling of the familiar story of how true love can change even the darkest and coldest of hearts. There's magic in this film, which holds an enchantment of it's own, and the message is presented ever so subtly and with a sensitivity that draws you in gradually until you are so caught up in the story that you become immersed and totally involved without being consciously aware of it. It's a film that enfolds you and takes you where it will, and you go willingly. A beautifully rendered and realized film that successfully transcends it's genre, it is the first animated feature ever to be recognized and rewarded with an Oscar nomination for Best Movie (quite a feat in itself, as it received the nod over such films as "The Fisher King," "Fried Green Tomatoes," "Thelma and Louise" and John Singleton's "Boyz N the Hood" that year). The talented cast supplying the voices of the characters includes Paige O'Hara (Belle), Robby Benson (The Beast), Richard White (Gaston), Jerry Orbach (Lumiere), David Ogden Stiers (Cogsworth), Angela Lansbury (Mrs. Potts), Bradley Pierce (Chip), Rex Everhart (Maurice), Jesse Corti (LeFou), Hal Smith (Phillipe), Jo Ann Worley (Wardrobe), Brian Cummings (Stove), Alvin Epstein (Bookseller) and Kimmy Robertson (Featherduster). There's a scene in this film that is so entrancing and so emotionally involving that it stands up against the best from any drama ever made: As Angela Lansbury (as Mrs. Potts) sings the Oscar winning title song, Belle begins to perceive the true nature of the man within the Beast; and it's no longer the cold-hearted Prince upon whom the enchantress cast her spell, because he has changed. And as they come together and the Beast takes Belle in his arms, sweeping her in dance across the elegant ballroom floor, it becomes one of those rare cinematic "moments" that are entirely transporting, and it does, indeed, take you away. It's a memorable scene that exemplifies the quality and craftsmanship of this film, as does the scene in which the Beast is at last transformed; that such emotion can be captured and expressed in an animated film is an exemplary accomplishment, and it's all a part of why "Beauty and the Beast" is one of Disney's all time greatest films. One final note: Stay for the credits to hear Alan Menken and Howard Ashman's title song once again, this time performed by Celine Dion and Peabo Bryson. Hypnotically beautiful, this version has a magic all it's own and makes the perfect ending to an enchanting experience. It's all a part of the magic of the movies.
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Summary: One Of Walt Disney's Finest Achievements!
Review: I simply love this movie! I have loved this move ever since I was a young kid. I remember when it first came out in the movies. I truly admire everything about this move, the store, plot, characters, animation, their voices, and everything else! This DVD [is] a Platinum Edition like the "Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs" DVD ...and you must pick that one up as well. It is a must just like this DVD ... The DVD will have tons and tons of bonus features like Snow White. Behind the sense, deleted parts in the movie, a game to play, interviews with the voices behind the characters, and much more...I really love this movie so much! It is for kids, teens, and adults (Like Me.) ...Disney has added an addition sequence to this film. This is the only Disney movie where the original animators went back into every scene to make it crisp and clear and added an additional scene. You can see the Movie in three different versions on ONE DVD! ... This will be going down in Walt Disney history! ENJOY!
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Summary: my favorite Disney movie
Review: Now that I'm a little older I would have to say that this is the most heartwarming of the animated Disney movies in my opinion. I watch it now whenever I'm having a down day and need to smile. It definately ranks up there with Disney's best and deserved to win the Golden Globe for best picture. I really can't pin down what is so great about it, but this is a magical movie!
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Summary: Beauty and the Beast coming next year.....
Review: Jeez I hate to waste my opportunity to review this movie right now but the purpose of these reviews is to be helpful. The most helpful thing I can happily contribute is Disney is releasing Beauty and the Beast on DVD next year and plans to release each subsequent film on a one per year basis. That means Aladdin probably won't be available for two years and Lion King for three. Its very frustrating to have to wait this long for these titles and hopefully public pressure will encourage them to accelerate the pace of the release. As far as the new Beauty and the Beast disc goes I believe you can expect to see some of the following supplements. Addition of the deleted song "Be Human Again" sung by the enchanted objects in the house after Belle arrives and they begin to have hope the curse will be broken...(This will not be added to the film itself) Pencil animated version of 'Be Our Guest" where the song is sung to Maurice instead of Belle. Belle was swapped in to make the story flow better. Television promotional featurette for the film with interviews with Angela Lansbury Paige O'Hara and other cast members as well as animators Glenn Keane Will Finn and others. I suspect there will be a commentary, concept sketches and storyboard images. I am one of the few people to have seen this but I would love it if they would include as a hidden easter egg a joke animation from "Gaston." When Gaston sings....and every last inch of me's covered with hair" he pulls open his shirt and instead of the hairy chest is a pair of flouncy bosoms in a bra with tassels. I wouldn't count on that one. Depending if they want to release a two disc version at the same or different price you might also get Beauty and the Beast the Work in Progress reel. Which is another full version of the film in an unfinished state shown in a limited pre-screening. Inserted throughout the film where it was not yet completed are either rough, cleanup pencil or storyboard sketches to fill in the gaps. Its a fascinating way to see the animation process in its various stages. As the disc is not finalized yet I can not say for one hundred percent sure what will be included. If it is like the new Snow White DVD there could be a heck of a lot more. I would not expect to see the DVD until next Summer at the very earliest and probably not 'til winter. I know many of you are wondering when? when? when? so I am sacrificing my opportunity to review one of my favorite films to let you know.
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Summary: One of Disney's best!
Review: It is hard to believe that this film is not on video or dvd but you can buy a used copy of it here. But is the film good for kids, so does Parental Ratings. But more this film should be accpetable for children. Why? Because of something that is going to happen later on in the film. This is a great movie fo kids but maybe the younger children may be scared of the beast. Did Disney know while makig the film that it will be loved by the critcs? This film got two Academy awards for Best Original Score and Best Original Song which is Beauty and the Beast. And 4 Academy Award nominations for Best Pitcure, Best Sound, Best Orignial Song "Be Our Guest", Best Original Song "Belle."
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Summary: Celebrating Ten Years of Beauty and The Beast
Review: While "The Little Mermaid" more than resotred an interest in the Disney animated musical feature, "Beauty and The Beast" perfected it. This is truly one of Disney's finest moments. It is the perfect combination of story, music, and character animation. And now the company has decided to re-release the Oscar nominated film on, not only the big screen but, the really big screen. January 1 2002 Disney will celebrate the tenth anniversary of this classis in Imax theaters around the world. The animation team has cleaned up some of the animated scense, improved some of the special effects and, for the first time ever in a Disney re-issue, animated a new scene to be incorporated into the film. "Human Again" was recorded for the initial release but the song was cut before it went to final animation. While the song has appeared in the Broadway version of the film, it has never been seen completely animated. This is an unprecedented move in the studio's long history of re-issuing their classics. Check out the Disney website to see the new trailer and read more about the resotration project. I would imagine the studio will also release the newly resotred edition on DVD soon after its limited theatrical run. With or without the extras, Beauty and the Beast is truly a masterpiece that deserves a place in everyone's home movie collections. Till this day it is the only animated feature to ever be nominated for a Best Picture Oscar.
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Summary: A thing of Beauty
Review: This animated feature is a marvel in production. A Beautiful story-line with great character development and wonderful animation topped off with a wonderful theatrical score makes for an awesome achievement by the Disney Studio. The story follows the basic, uh... Beauty and the Beast storyline with the added anthropamorphic household items. Sounds a bit absurd but it works wonderfully especially with the wonderful eye for detail and color given the film. The characters are easily identified with, even the boorish 'villain' Gaston who has a thing or two to learn about 'humanity.' The musical score by Alan Menken is top-notch and the songs by Menken and lyricist Howrad Ashman are as good as they come... This is a movie for the entire family and if you do not have a family? Watch it by yourself...
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Summary: The Best Movie in the WORLD!!!
Review: Unlike most new Disney movies, this one has it all! A good moral, star-studded cast, supreme animation...should I go on? I highly reccomend this movie from the bottom of my heart!
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Summary: One of Disney's best.
Review: Before seeing this movie, I was in the mindset that Disney movies were getting progressively worse after the death of Walt. I was terribly wrong. Beauty and the Beast was the first in a string of absolutely marvelous movies made by Disney. Aladdin, The Lion King...etc. The characters in this were lovable and compassionate and kind throughout the whole movie. Also, Beauty and the Beast had the old charmingly innocent 'he is good' 'he is bad' mentality. This movie is masterfully done to make it enjoyable for people of all ages to watch. Just recently I saw a toddler watching it. Then later, I noticed a group of 15-year-olds watching it and laughing at the jokes, then an adult or two peeked in and were enjoying it. The subtlties pull the story-line through for adults, and the product in itself makes it one of the best Disney movies for everyone.
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