Beauty and the Beast (2017)
Beauty and the Beast (2017) is a live‑action, family‑friendly retelling of the classic fairy tale: a proud, selfish prince is transformed by an enchantress into a hulking Beast and condemned to live in an enchanted castle until he can learn to love—and be loved in return—before the last petal falls from a bewitched rose. The castle’s servants are turned into talking household objects who, along with the Beast, await the one chance to break the curse. When Belle, a bright, bookish young woman, stumbles into the castle while rescuing her imprisoned father, she takes his place as the Beast’s captive. At first there is fear and stubbornness on both sides, but helped by the kindly, enchanted servants and long days spent in each other’s company, Belle and the Beast begin to look past appearances and form a deep, unexpected bond. Outside the castle, a determined suitor and rising threat pursues Belle, adding urgency to the race against time set by the dying rose. Viewers can expect sweeping, richly detailed production design, lavish costumes and CGI-enhanced effects that bring the magical castle and its inhabitants to life, alongside a sense of wonder and romance. Familiar songs and musical moments from the animated original are reimagined, and the expanded backstory and mythology deepen the emotional stakes. Performances by Emma Watson as Belle and Dan Stevens as the Beast—supported by an ensemble of enchanted servants and Belle’s family—blend warmth, humor, and occasional thrills. Watching the film delivers a mix of spectacle and sentiment: moments of playful charm and comic relief, a growing, tender romance, some action and peril, and a central message about compassion, inner beauty and self‑redemption. It’s designed to appeal to fans of the original animation, families, and viewers who enjoy romantic, fantastical adventures with heart.
Actors: Emma Watson, Dan Stevens, Luke Evans
Director: Bill Condon
Runtime: 129 min
Genres: Adventure, Family, Fantasy
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