Beauty and the Dogs

Beauty and the Dogs

Year: 2018

Runtime: 100 min

Language: Arabic

Directors: Kaouther Ben Hania, Khaled Walid Barsaoui

Echo Score: 75

Budget: $160M

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Set in Tunisia, this film follows a young woman as she confronts a system of corruption and entrenched societal norms. After experiencing injustice, she embarks on a difficult journey to reclaim her dignity, facing relentless abuse and intimidation along the way. Her pursuit of justice becomes a harrowing test of her strength and resilience.

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1

Prince's Lavish Lifestyle

In a magnificent French kingdom, a self-centered Prince lived a life of luxury, hosting extravagant parties for his royal peers. His arrogance and vanity blinded him to the world around him and the true value of love and compassion.

Prince's castle
2

The Beggar Woman's Arrival

One fateful night, an aging beggar woman approached the castle, seeking warmth from the frigid cold. She offered a beautiful rose in exchange, but was met with ridicule from the Prince and his guests due to her haggard appearance.

Prince's castle
3

The Enchantress Revealed

The beggar woman revealed herself to be a beautiful Enchantress after the Prince coldly dismissed her. Despite her warning not to judge based on appearance, his arrogance led to retribution; she transformed him into a hideous Beast.

Prince's castle
4

The Curse

As a consequence of the Prince's actions, his loyal subjects were cursed too, changing them into household items. The castle fell into obscurity, forgotten by the outside world, while the Beast was left with a magical rose and a mirror.

Prince's castle
5

Belle in Villeneuve

Years later, the village of Villeneuve was home to a bold young woman named Belle, who found delight in literature and yearned for adventure. Her unique spirit clashed with the mundane expectations of the other villagers.

Villeneuve
6

Gaston’s Pursuit

Belle’s beauty caught the eye of Gaston, a charming but conceited former war captain. Despite his relentless attempts to win her heart, Belle remained uninterested and focused on her dreams of adventure.

Villeneuve
7

Maurice's Journey

Belle's father, Maurice, planned to sell his crafts in a nearby town, and Belle eagerly requested a rose as a keepsake. During his journey, he encountered a pack of wolves and found himself lost in a snow-laden forest.

Snow-laden forest
8

Imprisonment in the Castle

After picking a rose from the Beast's garden, Maurice was captured and imprisoned within the haunting castle. He was at the mercy of the Beast, whose terrifying presence loomed over him in the dark fortress.

Beast's castle
9

Belle's Brave Decision

Concerned for her father's safety when his horse returned home without him, Belle rode to the castle to rescue him. In a courageous act, she offered to take Maurice's place in prison, showing remarkable bravery.

Beast's castle
10

Life with the Enchanted Staff

As Belle adjusted to her new life in the castle, she encountered the enchanted staff, including Lumiere and Cogsworth. They introduced her to the castle's enchantments and its many secrets, but Belle soon discovered the dark mystery of the West Wing.

Beast's castle
11

Gaston’s Scheme

Meanwhile, Gaston and his sidekick LeFou plotted against Belle and her father, dismissing Maurice's claims about the Beast. In his jealousy, Gaston sought to undermine Belle's bond with the Beast, causing chaos in the village.

Villeneuve
12

Growing Bond with the Beast

As Belle spent more time with the Beast, their relationship deepened through shared experiences that revealed their joys and sorrows. Belle uncovered the truth about her mother’s fate, forging a stronger connection with the Beast.

Beast's castle
13

Confrontation with Gaston

In a climactic showdown, Gaston sought vengeance against the Beast, leading to a dramatic battle. Just when it seemed the Beast would meet his end, Belle's declaration of love broke the curse that had held him captive.

Beast's castle
14

The Curse is Broken

Belle's heartfelt declaration of love transformed the enchanted staff back into their original forms. The castle was restored to its former glory, filled with laughter and music as the curse that bound them was finally lifted.

Beast's castle
15

Happily Ever After

In the aftermath of the curse being broken, the villagers celebrated alongside Belle and the Prince, marking a new beginning. With joyful hearts, they danced and sang, embodying the promise that love conquers all.

Beast's castle

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