“Beauty and the Beast” (2017) is a live-action adaptation of Disney’s 1991 animated classic, directed by Bill Condon. The film reimagines the beloved fairy tale with a fresh take while retaining much of the magic of the original.

Plot: The story follows Belle (Emma Watson), a young woman in a provincial French village who is taken prisoner by a Beast (Dan Stevens) in his enchanted castle. As Belle learns to navigate life in the castle, she discovers that the Beast is actually a cursed prince and that the enchantment affecting him and his staff can only be broken by true love. The film explores themes of love, acceptance, and the transformative power of kindness.