Take it for what it is and be their guest...

Rating: 7/10 (17 November 2017)

Despite a few overly hokey performances and taking some offhanded and redundant liberties, Beauty and the Beast is a respectful reimagining of the classic animated film. The musical sequences sound wonderful and are dazzlingly choreographed, the sets and effects are beyond gorgeous, and the more downplayed characters from the original film earn some spotlight (JOSH GAD IS BRILLIANT). It nowhere near matches the heart and spectacle of the original, but it's still quite a visual treat. Take it for what it is and be their guest.