Meet the Dreamy Cast of Beauty and the Beast (2017 Film)
The live-action adaptation of Beauty and the Beast (2017 Film) had movie lovers excited to see their favorite characters come to life. One of the most talked-about aspects of the film’s release was the all-star cast. This article offers an in-depth look at the talented actors who made the Beauty and the Beast (2017 Film) a must-see movie.
Emma Watson as Belle
Emma Watson, of Harry Potter fame, played Belle, a smart, independent young woman who isn’t afraid to speak her mind. Emma’s portrayal of Belle, a girl who loves books, was a perfect fit, given that she is a vocal advocate of education and women’s rights.
Through her performance, Emma showed us Belle’s loving and fierce spirit, as well as the depth of her convictions. The scene where she sings the opening track of the film, sung by Disney icon Angela Lansbury in the 1991 animated version, was the perfect tribute to the original film, as Emma sang Belle’s part beautifully.
Dan Stevens as The Beast
Dan Stevens was unrecognizable under all the fur as he played The Beast. Best known as Matthew Crawley in Downton Abbey, Dan Stevens was unrecognizable as The Beast, thanks to his incredible acting skills and the movie’s makeup and visual effects team.
Stevens played The Beast, a once-arrogant prince cursed to live as a beast by an enchantress. He brilliantly conveyed the character’s internal struggle, convincing the audience that he was not just a beast, but someone who could be redeemed through love.
Luke Evans as Gaston
Handsome, muscular, and egotistical, Gaston is one of the most loved-to-be-hated villains in cinema history. Luke Evans portrayed the narcissistic hunter perfectly, bringing his own sense of smirking, smug menace to the role.
Evans’ performance of Gaston’s song, which he sang effortlessly while ignoring every other character in the room, was a highlight of the movie. He was brilliant as the over-the-top villain we all love to hate.
Josh Gad as LeFou
Josh Gad, best known for his role as Olaf in Disney’s Frozen, played LeFou, the dim-witted friend of Gaston, who eventually sees Gaston for the person he truly is. Gad brought a lovely sense of humor and sweetness to the role of LeFou, ensuring her became an instant fan favorite.
The live-action adaptation of Beauty and the Beast (2017 Film) had some big shoes to fill from its predecessor but with the all-star cast, it did not disappoint. Emma Watson, Dan Stevens, Luke Evans, and Josh Gad brought their own unique interpretation of their characters to create a beautiful, heartwarming, and magical film, faithful to the original while also breathing new life into a timeless classic.
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