Who knew 'Beauty and the Beast' had not one, not two, but three follow-up films? I certainly didn't!
'Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas' is pretty tame and plain compared to the original, with the plot feeling like a retread for the majority. It still holds up for an OK viewing experience, but probably doesn't need to exist.
It is, however, terrific to see the same cast involved again, from Paige O'Hara (Belle) to Jerry Orbach (Lumière) to Angela Lansbury (Mrs. Potts). They are just as good as before, though the same can't be said for the animation which is more on the average side in my opinion; especially for the villain, Forte (Tim Curry), who I didn't really enjoy.
The premise is quite boring, with all the drama being easy to predict given what happens in the first film. I suppose this serves a purpose as a film to watch during festive times, as an added titbit to the 1991 production. A proper sequel would've been nicer.
'Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas' is pretty tame and plain compared to the original, with the plot feeling like a retread for the majority. It still holds up for an OK viewing experience, but probably doesn't need to exist.
It is, however, terrific to see the same cast involved again, from Paige O'Hara (Belle) to Jerry Orbach (Lumière) to Angela Lansbury (Mrs. Potts). They are just as good as before, though the same can't be said for the animation which is more on the average side in my opinion; especially for the villain, Forte (Tim Curry), who I didn't really enjoy.
The premise is quite boring, with all the drama being easy to predict given what happens in the first film. I suppose this serves a purpose as a film to watch during festive times, as an added titbit to the 1991 production. A proper sequel would've been nicer.