Herky-Jerky Beauty

Rating: Null/10 (27 January 2002)

Beauty and the Beast, IMAX
Did you enjoy this Disney Cartoon the first time around? Or didn't you? Either way, there's no good excuse to see it again in this larger format unless you're looking for any excuse to go to an Imax theatre.
Personally, I liked the original effort and this translation to IMAX brings out the worst in B&B. Since the move towards economizing in filming techniques, the paucity of distinct frames and the stock-still extras are really highlighted when enlarging it.
And what about the added scenes? There clearly was a reason to leave this one on the cutting room floor so save yourself the effort. Reasons to see Beauty and the Beast at the IMAX: 1. You have children or grand children who missed it the first time around and love IMAX. 2. You think bigger is better. 3. You have a good friend that just has to see this one again.
WARNING: If #3 is the case, watch the DVD version on a large screen with surround on a cold winter night. Some things shouldn't be tampered with