Well, they did it!  They actually remade a beloved classic that is worthy of becoming a classic  itself!  The dazzling special effects are eye popping (even more so in 3D)!  The enchanting rendition of “Be My Guest” was enhanced by the voice of Ewan McGregor who was wonderful as Lumiere.  Emma Watson made a perfect Belle, pretty, fiesty and compassionate.  Dan Stevens is seamless as the gruff Beast who just longs for love…. and finally earns it.  Other notable cast members include Emma Thompson, Ian McKellan, Josh Gad and Kevin Kline.  Gaston, the man you love to hate, is played to narcissistic perfection by Luke Evans. I must admit that I thought I would hate anyone other than Angela Lansbury singing “Beauty and the Beast” but Emma Thompson’s rendition had just the right amount of pathos and sweetness.  There is room on your DVD shelf (if people even have such a thing anymore) for the animated and live action versions of Beauty and the Beast.