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1810: Ein Händler steht nach dem Untergang seiner Schiffe vor dem finanziellen Ruin, weswegen er sich mit seinen sechs Kindern aufs Land zurückzieht. Bei einer Handelsreise gerät er in die Nähe eines gefährlichen Ungeheuers - und wird von dem Biest für den Diebstahl einer Rose zum Tode verurteilt. Eine der Töchter des Händlers, die anmutige und lebensfrohe Belle, fühlt sich für das Schicksal ihrer Familie verantwortlich und bietet an, die Strafe anstelle ihres Vaters anzutreten. Auf dem Schloss des Biestes erwartet sie jedoch etwas ganz anderes als vermutet - nicht der Tod, sondern ein Ort voll Magie, Freude und Melancholie. Belle und das Biest kommen sich mit der Zeit näher, wobei auch die Vergangenheit des Monsters kein Geheimnis bleibt. Die wilde und einsame Gestalt war einst ein schöner Prinz…
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Léa Seydoux
Belle
Léa Seydoux brought a nuanced and captivating portrayal to the iconic role of Belle in the 2014 French film adaptation of "Beauty and the Beast" (La Belle et la Bête). Her performance was marked by a delicate balance of intelligence, kindness, and an adventurous spirit that resonated with the character's literary roots. Seydoux's Belle was not just a passive beauty; she imbued the character with a strong will and independence that shone through her interactions with the Beast, played by Vincent Cassel. Her expressive eyes and graceful demeanor allowed audiences to experience Belle's inner world, from her initial fear to the gradual understanding and compassion she develops for the Beast. Léa Seydoux's portrayal was both a tribute to the classic tale and a fresh interpretation that highlighted the depth and complexity of Belle's character, making her a memorable and inspiring figure in this timeless story.
Vincent Cassel
The Beast
Vincent Cassel's portrayal of The Beast in the 2014 French film "Beauty and the Beast" (La Belle et la Bête) is a compelling blend of ferocity and vulnerability. Cassel manages to bring a nuanced depth to the iconic character, imbuing him with a brooding intensity that captivates the audience. His Beast is both frightening and pitiable, with a physicality that conveys the weight of his curse and a voice that resonates with the pain of his solitude. Cassel's performance is not just about the beastly exterior; he skillfully reveals the humanity trapped within the monstrous form, allowing viewers to empathize with his plight and root for his redemption. His interactions with Léa Seydoux's Belle are charged with a complex mix of dread, longing, and tentative hope, which evolves as their relationship blossoms from fear to understanding and eventually to love. Cassel's Beast is a testament to his range as an actor, as he navigates the delicate balance between the fantastical and the emotional core of the character, ensuring that this interpretation of The Beast remains etched in the viewer's memory.
