Beauty and the Beast

A young woman travels to her father's castle after he is imprisoned by a monstrous Beast. She offers herself in his place, discovering that the Beast is a cursed prince. As she begins to fall for him, she must break the spell that binds him before the last rose petal falls.

The 2021 French adaptation of 'Beauty and the Beast' received mixed reviews. While praised for its visual splendor and ambitious reimagining of the classic fairy tale, some critics found its narrative pacing uneven and its emotional core lacking compared to previous iterations.

• Praised for its visually stunning fairy-tale aesthetic and ambitious scope.

• Criticized for a disjointed narrative and a perceived lack of emotional depth.

• The performances were generally well-received, though some found the chemistry wanting.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest a divided reception, with many appreciating the film's beautiful visuals and creative direction. However, a significant portion of viewers felt the story was too slow-paced and did not connect emotionally with the characters.

Nominated for Best Costume Design at the 47th César Awards.

Director Christophe Gans stated that he aimed to create a version of 'Beauty and the Beast' that felt more primal and operatic, drawing inspiration from earlier literary versions of the tale rather than solely relying on the Disney animated film.