Wednesday, July 09, 2008

Beauty and the Beast

Another movie from our family night, this one was picked by myself. I felt bad that Nicole had been slightly bossed into picking a “boy” movie by Danny when it was her turn, so I picked a “girl” movie when it was mine. And got teased endlessly by both kids.

Oh well, I also picked this one simply because I wanted to finally see it. I’m glad I did, since at last I got to hear some songs I knew already (yes, I like Barbra Streisand and Celine Dion, so there) in their original setting instead of as part of some set on stage or CD.

The story (no need to talk about it, we all know it) is powerful, sweet and excellently developed. The actors cast to voice the characters were also very well picked, notably Angela Lansbury as Mrs. Potts, and the end result is one for the ages.

Don’t miss this one for the whole family, even if your kids tease you...

Grade: 8

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