Watching this classic again brings back fond memories, and also reminded of how much I have forgotten. The story of a mighty beast who seeks true love in order to break the curse set upon him stays true to the original, but seeing it in HD-like digital clarity was truly refreshing.
The three-dimensional conversion worked rather well, and it's true what they say about 3D letting you notice things in the background, resulting in a rather unique experience. Some scenes might look slightly awkward due to the nature of hand-drawn animation, but perhaps I'm just nitpicking.
The money shot of course was as always, the ballroom scene.
Being a CGI set, it was the scene that lent itself best to 3D and it was truly a sight to behold. With Disney's staple of memorable songs and excellent storytelling, Beauty and the Beast is just as enjoyable as it was the day it hit theaters.
For many, this will be a chance to relive old memories and to the rest, a chance to catch a classic back on the big screen. Be sure to enter the hall early, as there is a neat little surprise before the movie starts.
5 out of 5 Stars
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