Well, that was an unexpected, utterly gorgeous piece of art.

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I continue to be stunned by what animators do with their craft.

“Belle” is an example of how to apply a derivative story and transform it into something fresh… visceral.

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The direct and specific references to Disney’s 1991 animated fairy tale “Beauty and the Beast,” which is an adaptation of a French fairy tale from the 1700s, were shocking and a gorgeous application of that narrative as a subplot.

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The conclusion of the film and the life-like settings sold this for me. The level of emotion conveyed in the stimulating score and narrative was enough to send shivers up my spine. 😰😰

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The technological future, as referenced, is nigh. 🥺