Emma Watson in Beauty and the Beast - Part 2

[I SEE SPIDEY]

I just got back. I am rather in love with this film.

You were so looking forward to it so I'm glad.

 

[DarthSkywalker]

 

[DarthSkywalker]

You were so looking forward to it so I'm glad.

Thanks SPIDEY.

I think I have finally found something to keep me from watching TFA, Fury Road, the Nice Guys and John Wick on loop.

This year for movies have been really good for me so far. BatB, Logan, John Wick, and Lego Batman.

 

[The Big G]

The Nostalgia critics are railing into this one...

 

[DarthSkywalker]

The Nostalgia critics are railing into this one...

Good for them?

 

[The Guard]

I think it's a solid adaption overall. More hit than miss. In no way is this a shot for shot remake. There are a few iconic images recreated, but for the most part, they take the spirit of the original and, in most cases, seek to reimagine and expand on it where possible.

Emma Watson can't sing nearly well enough, but it works enough to convey the requsite emotions and she really is quietly charming as Belle, if a bit too subtle in the first sequence. She does a lot with her eyes in this performance, and her Belle is a very intelligent, compassionate presence in the film. So they got that much exactly right.

Dan Stevens has a similar fairly subtle turn as The Beast. The Beast himself works fairly well, though he's more man than Beast for most of the story, even initially.

Ewan McGregor is quite good as Lumiere, and Ian McKellan does well with the deadpan humor as Cogsworth. The entire supporting cast is really excellent, especially Kevin Kline, who brings some dignity to the character of Maurice and some nice subtle humor. There's a nice, cathartic payoff with the objects that absolutely improves on the original and stage show, that strikes just the right tone, and is really a tightrope of a scene tonally, but they pulled it off.

Luke Evans is fantastic as Gaston. He looks the part, he can sing on point, and he seeds Gaston with insecurity, which gives it another layer, one which is sorely missing in most versions of the character.

The musical numbers mostly work very well, including Be Our Guest, which has become a sort of meta-number, but I like what they did with it. There are a few clunky story additions and transitional scenes, namely with regard to The Beast and Belle's origins that don't really add much to the story, and don't get capitalized on enough in the first place. I get what they're going for, but it's just not woven into the storyline well enough to really matter.

In general, the character and story "updates" work more often than not to flesh out characters and situations, but there are some clunkers here and there. Josh Gad's LeFou seems to be in an entirely different era much of the time.

It looks gorgeous. The production design is amazing. The effects are excellent. The music is lush and beautiful and stirring, and most of the chorus numbers are on point. It never quite reaches the heights of the original, but there are certainly moments of magic found throughout. It generally strikes the right tone. It's worth seeing if you're a big fan of the original, and the story in general.

 

[DarthSkywalker]

I think it's a solid adaption overall. More hit than miss, and in no way is this a shot for shot remake. There are a few iconic images recreated, but for the most part, they take the spirit of the original and, in most cases, expand on it.

Emma Watson can't sing nearly well enough, but it works enough to convey the requsite emotions and she really is absolutely charming as Belle, if a bit too subtle at times. She does a lot with her eyes, and her Belle is a very intelligent, compassionate presence in the film. So they got that much exactly right.

Dan Stevens has a similar fairly subtle turn as The Beast.

Ewan McGregor is quite good as Lumiere, and Ian McKellan is oddly humorous as Cogsworth. The entire supporting cast is really excellent, especially Kevin Kline, who brings some dignity to the character of Maurice and some nice subtle humor.

Luke Evans is fantastic as Gaston. He looks the part, he can sing on point, and he seeds Gaston with insecurity, which gives it another layer, one which is sorely missing in most versions of the character.

The musical numbers mostly work very well, including Be Our Guest, which has become a sort of meta-number, but I like what they did with it. There are a few clunky story additions and transitional scenes, namely with regard to The Beast and Belle's origins, that don't really add much to the story. I get what they're going for, but it's just not woven into the storyline well enough.

In general, the character "updates" work more often than not to flesh out characters and situations, but there are some clunkers here and there. Josh Gad's LeFou seems to be in an entirely different era.

The production design is amazing. The music is lush and beautiful and stirring, and most of the chorus numbers are on point. It never quite reaches the heights of the original, but there are certainly moments of magic found throughout.

It's worth seeing if you're a big fan of the original, and the story in general.

I agree with your general assessment, but the bold bit is why I love this movie. And I admit I have a bit of a bias in that regard. When people say Emma can't act (which I disagree with), I always think of the work she does with her eyes. She is rather expressive in that way.

Ewan, Sir Ian, Gad and Evans are hilarious and I completely agree that the supporting cast is quality through out. Kline especially. I see your point on Gad being almost from now, but it worked for me. Made me chuckle many a time.

The one part that "let me down" was the Beast CGI post his injury. It was rather excellent up to that point imo. But then it became spotting for the rest of the flick imo.

 

[righthooksrus86]

I haven't seen the movie yet but one thing I know for sure is that Emma Watson is a real life disney princess. Her Felicity Jones, and Emilia Clarke all have that elegant, princess quality to me.

 

[X Knight]

I just got back. I am rather in love with this film.

glad you loved it, Darth!! t:

 

[X Knight]

it's amazing what a smile can do!

Emma looks much prettier and nicer in this pic than in most of the "official" pics of her as Belle in the dress - where she always seemed to have a rather "drab" serious look on her face.

 

[DaddlerTheDalek]

I think it's a rather good remake. And Emma is so cute...

 

[Drizzle]

I just got back. I am rather in love with this film.

Me too, Darth. Me too. I'll post a more detailed review later but the nostalgia was definitely strong with me for this one.

 

[Broseph44]

Thanks SPIDEY.

I think I have finally found something to keep me from watching TFA, Fury Road, the Nice Guys and John Wick on loop.

This year for movies have been really good for me so far. BatB, Logan, John Wick, and Lego Batman.

I just got back. I am rather in love with this film.

I'm glad you loved it Darth I'm very much looking forward to seeing it, might be a week or two before I do. Also glad to hear you enjoyed Logan. I didn't get to see your thoughts on that one. Did you post about it in the Logan thread?

 

[X Knight]

got my tickets for tomorrow!! t:

 

[DarthSkywalker]

glad you loved it, Darth!! t:

Thanks Knight. t:

Hope you enjoy yourself when you see it tomorrow.

I think it's a rather good remake. And Emma is so cute...

Understatement on he cute factor.

Glad you enjoyed yourself.

Me too, Darth. Me too. I'll post a more detailed review later but the nostalgia was definitely strong with me for this one.

Nice to hear Drizzle. Can't wait to see your more detailed thoughts. And yeah, when I started mouthing the worlds halfway through Belle, I knew the nostalgia was hitting me strong. t:

 

[DarthSkywalker]

I'm glad you loved it Darth I'm very much looking forward to seeing it, might be a week or two before I do. Also glad to hear you enjoyed Logan. I didn't get to see your thoughts on that one. Did you post about it in the Logan thread?

Thanks Broseph. Hope you have a good time as well.

Haven't posted any big thoughts on Logan. I'll just say I thought it was fantastic all around. Instantly one of my favorites along side Scott Pilgrim, Begins and TDK. PM if you'd like to discuss it more.

 

[X Knight]

Thanks Knight. t:

Hope you enjoy yourself when you see it tomorrow.


Understatement on he cute factor.

Glad you enjoyed yourself.


Nice to hear Drizzle. Can't wait to see your more detailed thoughts. And yeah, when I started mouthing the worlds halfway through Belle, I knew the nostalgia was hitting me strong. t:

thanks, Darth!

I hope I'll enjoy it as much as you did.

 

[Primal Slayer]

I really enjoyed it, especially all the ways they expanded on all the characters. While Emma wouldnt be first choice to play Belle, she was good in the role for the most part. Gaston and servants were the highlights of the film.

 

[Bats123]

Just watched it, i quite enjoyed it but i felt it was missing that sense of wonder, y'know, it felt like the movie was in a hurry to get to the next musical number and the CG was preeeeetty iffy, i gotta say though between this and Legion, im becoming a fan of Dan Stevens, Emma was good too, Luke Evans was specially cheesy as Gaston which i really liked. Overall, it was good but wouldnt be in a hurry to watch it again.

 

[Hunter Rider]

The big D man loved it, that's good enough for me on this one! glad you dug it buddy.

 

[Primal Slayer]

Now I need Disney to give me my Little Mermaid adaption so I can die happy!

 

[The Caped Knight]

The film exceeded my wildest thoughts. Wow this film does an incredible job at capturing the animated classic. Without spoiling it. I'm pleased that the cast, music and special effects capture the heart, while making it new and fresh for a new audience to enjoy. Bravo Disney

 

[tanita_mors]

I saw it last night. The only two weaknesses for me was that Emma Watson was noticeably a weaker singer then the rest, thought her performance on the whole was quite charming and subtle as someone said. I really loved her Belle overall. The second one was the Beast CGI - I wasn't visually impressed by it.

Other that that, this movie was hella charming and at times truly magical - Belle, Be Our Guest, Evermore, and I especially loved this version of the Mob Song.

Everyone was on point acting wise, and really loved the added depth to LeFuo and Gastone - one became an actual human being other then a caricature and the other showed so much menace I didn't think Disney would go for. Kline was brilliant, I was always iffy on Maurce in the original, but here he is just exceptional. I kinda enjoyed Belle's history and it added more depth to her relationship with the Beast. Don't think there was a weak vocal performance by anyone. Truly a job well done.

All in all, I'm satisfied. It will never be the 1991 original, but IMO it's a worthy adaptation. Also, I REALLY loved it that the transformation scene with the prince was an almost frame for frame recreation of the original. Beautiful.

 

[BaelaTargaryen]

http://deadline.com/2017/03/beauty-and-the-beast-weekend-box-office-selling-out-1202045224/

1.) Beauty and the Beast (Disney), 4,210 theaters / $64.1M Fri. (includes $16.3M in previews) / 3-day: $173.5M /Wk 1

 

[DarthSkywalker]

Seems the masses are enjoying it quite a bit. Also seems the kids love their Hermione and VHS/DVD considering the numbers they are showing up in.

http://deadline.com/2017/03/beauty-and-the-beast-weekend-box-office-selling-out-1202045224/

Writethru Saturday AM after Friday PM post: “There’s something cultural going on.” That’s just one remark from an exhibition chief on Friday who was floored by what’s now looking like a $173M-plus opening for Disney’s live-action take of Beauty And The Beast. Some even believe it could hit $176M. Beauty‘s opening brings to mind when Universal’s Jurassic World opened two years ago. Estimates kept skyrocketing, even into Sunday afternoon. The spread in numbers here stem from the immense amount of pre-sales, coupled with walk-up business. Already on Fandango, Beauty and the Beast beat Batman V. Superman: Dawn of Justice in advance ticket sales.

Oh, Disney, what box office records are you set to break now? Beauty And The Beast will easily become the top opening for a March release and pre-summer (prior to May), deafening Warner Bros’ Batman V. Superman ($166M). As it clicks past $169.1M, it will become Emma Watson’s highest opening of all time, besting the FSS of Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows – Part 2. The Disney musical is already beautiful for director Bill Condon, making it his biggest debut ever ahead of The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2 ($141M). On the domestic list of all-time openers, Disney will own six slots in the top ten thanks to Beauty. Should it grab between $174M and $179M, then she’ll rank as the sixth-best opening of all-time under Marvel’s Captain America: Civil War ($179.1M) and above Iron Man 3 ($174.1M).

With an opening day of $64.1M, Beauty And The Beast ranks as the third-best first day for a March release after Batman V. Superman ($81.55M) and The Hunger Games ($67.3M). Then how is Beauty And The Beast primed to outstrip those films’ respective openings of $166M and $152.5M? Again, it’s because of that walk-up business. Some industry estimates show Saturday even with Friday’s take which includes Thursday night’s $16.3M. There were reports on Twitter last night about long lines for Beauty And The Beast in the Star Wars sense of the word:

Also no surprise: Beauty And The Beast earns an A CinemaScore, which is right in line with its grades for previous Disney live-action canon titles The Jungle Book, Cinderella and Maleficent.

Beauty And The Beast is different from female-skewing predecessors like Hunger Games, in that it’s pulling in attendees who don’t always frequent the movies. How do we know this? Essentially, when there’s a majority of 2D business. In Beauty‘s case, 2D is repping at least 60% of all business. Those who don’t attend the cinema frequently will always go for 2D pricing, while the die-hards opt for Imax, PLF or 3D. Nonetheless, everyone is going to Beauty And The Beast from grandparents to the millennial girls who grew up with the property. That group between ages 18-34 account for close to 70% of Beauty‘s audience according to ComScore/Screen Engine’s PostTrak.

On CinemaScore, 72% females showed up on Friday night, with 55% 25 and up. The under-18 set, who gave the movie an A+, represented close to a third of the audience. Also giving Beauty a perfect score were the under-25 set at 45% and 18-24 (16%).