Introduction
Once upon a time, in the enchanting world of Disney, there lived a prince named Adam. Little did he know that his life was about to take a fateful turn. Join me as we delve into the captivating story of "The Beast" from beauty and the Beast.
The Beast in all his magnificence.
Disney History
Beauty and the Beast
Prince Adam, a handsome and sarcastic young prince, dwelled in a lavish French castle where he had everything his heart desired. On one Christmas Eve, his kindness was put to the test when a beggar woman sought refuge at his castle, offering a single rose as payment. Repulsed by her appearance, he callously turned her away. Little did he know, this beggar woman was a beautiful and powerful Enchantress in disguise.
A powerful Enchantress reveals her true form.
In a moment of regret, Prince Adam attempted to apologize, but it was too late. The Enchantress saw the sarcasm in his heart and transformed him into a terrifying beast. She also cursed the entire castle, turning it into a foreboding place and the servants into anthropomorphic household objects. Ashamed of his new appearance, the Beast secluded himself within the castle's walls, with only a magic mirror as his window to the outside world.
Years passed, and the enchanted rose given to him by the Enchantress began to bloom. The Beast learned that if he could find true love and earn her love in return before the last petal fell, the spell would be broken. However, if he failed, he would remain a beast forever.
A Fateful Encounter
One day, Maurice, an old man, unknowingly trespassed into the Beast's castle. Out of anger and ignorance, the Beast imprisoned him. Maurice's daughter, Belle, bravely confronted the Beast and offered herself as a prisoner in exchange for her father's freedom. Reluctantly, the Beast agreed, but under the condition that Belle would remain in the castle forever.
As time passed, Belle tended to the Beast's wounds after he saved her from a pack of wolves. A friendship blossomed between them, and eventually, the Beast fell deeply in love with Belle. Putting her happiness before his own, he released her to care for her ailing father.
Transformed back into a human, the Beast finds true love.
A Battle for Love
Gaston, a rival suitor, rallied a mob to kill the Beast. In the midst of the confrontation, Belle returned and pleaded for Gaston to stop. Upon hearing her voice, the Beast found renewed strength and fought back, realizing that Belle truly loved him. Overpowering Gaston, he spared his life but warned him never to return.
Reunited with Belle, the Beast embraced her with joy. However, Gaston, driven by jealousy, stabbed the Beast in a cowardly act. As Belle wept and professed her love for him, the last petal fell from the enchanted rose. Miraculously, the Beast revived and transformed back into his human prince form.
The Enchanted Christmas
In a midquel to the tale, set shortly after the Beast rescued Belle, the castle prepared for Christmas festivities. Reluctant to celebrate due to the curse cast upon him on Christmas Day, the Beast withheld his enthusiasm. Meanwhile, an treacherous servant, Forte the Pipe Organ, plotted to have Belle banished from the castle, as he withheld a special place in the Beast's heart.
Belle, determined to make the Beast happy, set out to find the perfect Christmas tree. Despite breaking the Beast's rule of leaving the castle, she discovered his childhood love for Christmas trees. Through a series of trials and confrontations, Belle helped the Beast embrace the spirit of Christmas and overcome the sinister plans of Forte.
Trivia and Songs
- The Beast's rumored name, Prince Adam, is actually fake, as proven by the official D23 website.
- One of the memorable songs from Beauty and the Beast is "Something There."
And so, the tale of the Beast comes to a heartwarming conclusion. Love, forgiveness, and the power of transformation prevail. Let this enchanting story remind us that beauty lies within, and true love can break any curse.
Previous Prince: Prince Eric. Next Prince: Aladdin.
