In one of the most beloved Beauty and the Beast versions, the original premise is upheld. Belle's father comes across Beast's castle in the woods and, though warned not to remove anything, takes with him a rose to please his daughter. She has two older daughters who are more superficial, but there is one difference: no Gaston. I don't really mind the omission, since the main focus of the story is Beast and Belle's relationship.
Real life spouses George C. Scott and Trish Van Devere add a cute and charming chemistry to the screen, as we all know they'll eventually fall in love. George always seems very fond of her, and Trish has a gentleness with him that lasts even when she tells him he's not human enough for her to ever marry. Then again, when she sees him devouring a dead animal on the grounds, you can kind of understand her reticence. Though a bit dated, and though I haven't been able to find a copy in good condition with the sound and images synched properly, I would recommend a viewing if you like this fairy tale. It definitely has some sweet moments.
DLM Warning: If you suffer from vertigo or dizzy spells, like my mom does, this movie might not be your friend. Every exterior shot of the forest surrounding Beast's castle is filmed with handheld camera, fisheye panorama, or tilting movements , and that will make you sick. In other words, "Don't Look, Mom!"
Real life spouses George C. Scott and Trish Van Devere add a cute and charming chemistry to the screen, as we all know they'll eventually fall in love. George always seems very fond of her, and Trish has a gentleness with him that lasts even when she tells him he's not human enough for her to ever marry. Then again, when she sees him devouring a dead animal on the grounds, you can kind of understand her reticence. Though a bit dated, and though I haven't been able to find a copy in good condition with the sound and images synched properly, I would recommend a viewing if you like this fairy tale. It definitely has some sweet moments.
DLM Warning: If you suffer from vertigo or dizzy spells, like my mom does, this movie might not be your friend. Every exterior shot of the forest surrounding Beast's castle is filmed with handheld camera, fisheye panorama, or tilting movements , and that will make you sick. In other words, "Don't Look, Mom!"