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Beauty and the Beast: Belle's Magical World (1998)
Cute Film, but not par with "The Enchanted Christmas!"
As much as I love Belle and Beauty and the Beast, I could not bring myself to like this sequel. For one thing, the animation is off. Belle and the Beast facial expressions are no where what they were in the previous two films.
The mini-story plots are too predictable and poorly written. Belle is much too petty, while the Beast is too aggressive. The only plus side is the two solos, Belle gets to sing: "Listen With Our Hearts," and "A Little Thought." Both are well written songs, in which Belle gets to convey to the audience the importance of forgiveness, understanding and perspective. The three (four/Special Edition) stories each have a moral, but just don't measure up to other two films.
At least most of the original cast is reprising their role, except for Chip and Mrs Potts. Needless to say, for true Beauty and the Beast fans, this film is worth watching at least once.
Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas (1997)
The BEST Disney Direct-to-Video Sequel!!!
I for one, loved this movie! It has everything the original had. Memorable songs, characters and plot. It's also the first film where we get to hear Belle sing her first solo: "Stories."
We also hear Belle, accompanied by the enchanted servants sing "As Long as There's Christmas." This song alone makes the film stand out among the other Direct-to- Video sequels Disney released. Another thing this film offers is an extended flashback of the enchantress, casting her spell on the castle. Along with new characters, such as: Forte, Angelique, and Fife.
"Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas" truly shows us the meaning of the season, and is always such a joy to watch!