Gaston’s Final Scene Was Way Darker
Between his dismissal of Belle’s love for books to his general cocky attitude, it’s no surprise that Gaston is one of Disney’s least-liked characters. In the original climactic battle scene, Gaston screams, “Time to die!” as he fatally stabs the Beast. The scene was later turned into “Belle is mine!” in the film’s final version.
Some believe that the original line was too dark and violent. In contrast, others believe that the final version fits better into the storyline of the two characters fighting for Belle’s affection. This change highlights the careful consideration that Disney puts into the tone and content of its animated films. The revised line maintains the tension of the climactic battle while shifting the focus to Gaston’s obsession with Belle, making the conflict more about his character flaws and the consequences of his actions rather than the explicit act of violence.
