With all the excitement surrounding the live-action version of “Beauty and the Beast” set to be released in 2017, this is a perfect time to reflect on the classic animated version from years past. Get ready to dive into a nostalgic wave with 14 intriguing details that you might not know about the Disney animated “Beauty and the Beast” below:
1. The Latin Phrase
The opening frame of the film features the Latin phrase “vincit qui se vincit,” which roughly translates to “he conquers who conquers himself.” This quote serves as a central theme of the film.
2. The Beast’s Real Name
The true name of the Beast is Prince Adam. Although this name is not mentioned in the film, it is confirmed in the Broadway musical adaptation.
3. The Beast’s Appearance
The Beast is a combination of various animal traits, including the horns of a buffalo, the mane of a lion, fangs, and the body of a large bear. However, he always retains his blue eyes, reflecting his inner humanity.
4. The Beast’s Design
The intricate details of the Beast’s design are primarily based on the original concept art for the character.
5. Belle’s Unique Hair
Belle is the first Disney princess to have brown hair.
6. Belle’s Outfit Inspiration
Belle’s blue dress and hairstyle were inspired by Dorothy from “The Wizard of Oz.”
7. Belle’s Awareness
Belle is unaware that she is reading a story about herself. In the opening scene, while reading by the fountain, she sings about a girl who meets a prince, not realizing that the prince is actually the Beast.
8. Rupert Everett’s Role
Actor Rupert Everett auditioned for the role of Gaston but was not successful due to his voice not matching the character’s arrogant personality. He later provided the voice for Prince Charming in “Shrek 2.”
9. Cogsworth’s Quip
The line “Flower, scone, and sugar, I have no idea what you’re talking about…” by Cogsworth is a humorous addition.
10. Chip’s Unique Role
Chip is the only character in the Beast’s household who calls Belle by her name.
11. Lefou’s Name Meaning
The name Lefou, Gaston’s sidekick, translates to “the fool” in French.
12. Voice Actor for the Beast
Actor Thành Long lent his voice and sang for the Beast in the Chinese dubbed version of the film.
13. The Finale Scene
The ending scene between Belle and the Beast borrows from the animated film “Sleeping Beauty” because the animation team was tight on time, so they opted for a quick “skin change.”
14. The Smoke Effect
The smoke used in the transformation scene of the Beast is actually vapor, not animated. It was originally used in the film “The Black Cauldron” and was later repurposed for “Beauty and the Beast.”
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