Not since the early 40's did the Disney studio released such magnificent and superbly animated cartoon feature. The film has memorable characters: animals, animated objects (tea pots, candelabras, clocks) and humans. The narrative structure is close to perfection, the story moves quickly, there are plenty of superb songs and the influence of Busby Berkeley is quite obvious in the staging of the big musical number, "Be Our Guest". The vocal talents of Angela Lansbury, Jerry Orbach, Robby Benson and Paige O'Hara greatly contribute to its success. "Beauty And The Beast" is among the greatest animated features of all time, proof positive of Disney's continuing domination in the field. Songs:
"Belle" ***
"Gaston" ***
"Be Our Guest" ***
"Something There" **
"Beauty And The Beast" ***
"The Mob Song" **
