Beauty and the Beast

Audience emotional responses for Beauty and the Beast (2017) are predominantly positive, centered around **Love**, **Joy**, and **Happiness** as the central romance between Belle and the Beast blossoms and the curse is ultimately broken. **Hope** is a strong underlying emotion, driving the narrative towards the Beast's redemption and the breaking of the spell. **Empathy** is deeply felt for the Beast's cursed existence and Belle's initial plight, while **Nostalgia** plays a significant role for viewers familiar with the beloved animated classic. The fantastical elements and grand musical numbers evoke **Awe** and **Excitement**. Moments of **Sadness** and **Anxiety** arise from the Beast's loneliness, the threats posed by Gaston, and the climactic battle, leading to a strong sense of **Satisfaction** and **Relief** with the triumphant resolution.