Belle: Belle is a strong, intelligent, spirited and independent young woman. She is the moral conscience of the story, elevated by her thoughts and deeds. The maturity and depth of her character allow her to see the true beauty and spirit within The Beast, and to love him for it. She can be stubborn and always tries to protect people she truly loves. She 's also very patient towards others. She is a true dreamer and a lover of fantasy and adventure. The most pronounced is her love of books, excitement, and knowledge. Belle also does not care about appearances, whether they pertain to herself or anyone else. This is highly ironic, considering she is seen as the most beautiful woman in her village. The Beast: The Beast’s tortured soul is evident …show more content…
He believed in single "drive" or motivating force behind our behavior, claiming that the desire we have to fulfill our potentials becomes closer and closer to our ideals. In the movie, Belle is not only considered the most beautiful woman in town, but also a scholar, who is found reading throughout most of her days. During this era, it was odd for a woman to take such interest in these matters, as they were expected to maintain problems concerning only domestic issues, and not spend their times educating themselves with no connection to the household. And those who did, were often looked down upon. However, Belle has the will to not concern herself with this status and continues without hesitation, enabling her to strive for her true …show more content…
Neurosis is how people cope and have control over interpersonal issues that happen day to day, according to Horney. The Beast, who was once a pampered prince, is cursed into a hideous beast as punishment for his cold-hearted and selfish ways. This event changes the way the prince acts as he is now a “monster.” He secludes himself in his castle for years and avoids encounters with humans as much as possible. As you can tell, the curse not only turned him into a beast, but made him feel isolated and independent, opposite to his previous life as a prince. Some qualities of a neurotic is independence, a need for others to admire their inner qualities, and a desperate need for affection and attention. All these apply to the Beast’s inner wants, which is revealed during his encounter with