Who Is Belle in the Original Story
Belle is the intelligent, independent heroine of the classic fairy tale Beauty and the Beast. She is the daughter of an inventor and lives in a small French village.
Belle in the Disney Animated Film
In Disney’s 1991 animated film, Belle is a book-loving young woman who trades her freedom to save her father. She eventually falls in love with the Beast, breaking the enchantment that turned him into a creature.
Belle in Live-Action Adaptations
In the 2017 live-action remake, Belle is portrayed as a resourceful inventor and outsider. She remains kind, brave, and determined to see beyond appearances.
