- Classic Disney film: “Beauty and the Beast” is a 1991 animated musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation and released by Walt Disney Pictures.
- Story: The film is based on the classic fairy tale of the same name, which was first published in 1740 by French author Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot de Villeneuve.
- Box office success: The film grossed over $425 million worldwide and was the first animated feature film to be nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards.
- Voice actors: The film features the voices of Paige O’Hara as Belle, Robby Benson as Beast, Richard White as Gaston, and Angela Lansbury as Mrs. Potts.
- Music: The film’s score was composed by Alan Menken, with lyrics by Howard Ashman. The soundtrack includes memorable songs such as “Be Our Guest,” “Gaston,” and “Beauty and the Beast.”
- Academy Award wins: The film won two Academy Awards for Best Original Score and Best Original Song for the title song “Beauty and the Beast.”
- Live-action adaptation: In 2017, a live-action adaptation of the film was released, directed by Bill Condon and starring Emma Watson as Belle, Dan Stevens as Beast, and Luke Evans as Gaston.
- Animation: The film’s animation was created using a combination of traditional hand-drawn animation and computer-generated imagery (CGI).
- Villain: Gaston is considered one of Disney’s most memorable villains, with his narcissistic personality and desire to win Belle’s affection at any cost.
- Characters: The film features several memorable characters, including Lumiere, Cogsworth, Mrs. Potts, and Chip, who are transformed household objects.
- Historical setting: The film is set in 18th-century France and features a variety of French-inspired architecture and fashion.
- Production: The film was produced by Don Hahn and directed by Gary Trousdale and Kirk Wise.
- Timeless themes: The film’s themes of love, sacrifice, and acceptance have resonated with audiences of all ages and continue to be relevant today.
- Musical adaptation: “Beauty and the Beast” has been adapted into a successful Broadway musical, which premiered in 1994 and has been performed in countries around the world.
- Legacy: The film has become a beloved classic and is often cited as one of the greatest animated films of all time. It has inspired a generation of filmmakers and animators, and its impact can be seen in countless other films and media.