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Disney will make a movie based on the great villain from 'Beauty and the Beast'

Gastón, the iconic villain from Beauty and the Beast, has once again captured the attention of Disney fans since his debut in 1991, despite not being present in the original novel. The House of Mouse has announced that the character will have his own movie, currently in the writing phase by David Callaham, known for his work as co-writer on productions like The Expendables and Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. A great guy, Gaston This new project aims to offer an innovative approach, similar to what has been seen in Maleficent and Cruella, […]

Gaston, the iconic villain from Beauty and the Beast, has once again captured the attention of Disney fans since his debut in 1991, despite not being present in the original novel. The House of Mouse has announced that the character will have his own movie, currently in the writing phase by David Callaham, known for his work as co-writer on productions like The Expendables and Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.

A great guy, Gastón

This new project aims to offer an innovative approach, similar to what has been seen in Maleficent and Cruella, focusing on reimagining the story of Gaston with a new actor, which marks a trend in Disney of changing the interpreters of well-known characters. Currently, it is known that Luke Evans, who played Gaston in the 2017 live-action, will not be part of the new project. The details about the plot and the director remain uncertain, as production has just begun.

Over the years, Disney has tried to explore different angles of Gaston’s story. Previously, Evans was close to starring in a prequel series on Disney+, but that project did not come to fruition. However, Disney’s insistence on focusing its productions on villain characters suggests an obsession with capitalizing on the popularity of these characters rather than creating entirely new stories.

Despite some recent setbacks, such as the case of Snow White, the live-action strategy remains a fundamental pillar in Disney’s economy, which is already working on multiple projects such as Moana, Hercules, and Lilo and Stitch 2. With the profitability of these remakes, it is unlikely that the company will stop its production of stories that blend nostalgia and new approaches.

One of the best actors in Hollywood rejected Guillermo del Toro's 'Beauty and the Beast'

Channing Tatum, the well-known American actor who is releasing Roofman this year, recently revealed that he almost became the star of a fairy tale adaptation directed by acclaimed Mexican filmmaker Guillermo del Toro. In an interview with Vanity Fair, Tatum shared that he was considered for the role of the Beast in the version of Beauty and the Beast that del Toro had in mind. He would not be the beauty. The project, which promised del Toro’s unique vision, famous for his innovative aesthetics and storytelling in works like The Shape of Water, generated great anticipation […]

Channing Tatum, the well-known American actor who is releasing Roofman this year, recently revealed that he almost became the star of a fairy tale adaptation directed by acclaimed Mexican filmmaker Guillermo del Toro. In an interview with Vanity Fair, Tatum shared that he was considered for the role of the Beast in the version of Beauty and the Beast that del Toro had in mind.

He Wouldn’t Be the Beautiful One

The project, which promised del Toro’s unique vision, famous for his innovative aesthetics and storytelling in works like The Shape of Water, generated great anticipation among fairy tale fans and cinema enthusiasts in general. However, Tatum could not accept the role because he had just welcomed his first child at that time. “I had just had a baby”, the actor commented, referring to his new fatherhood as the main reason he could not commit to the project.

Tatum’s revelation leaves movie fans speculating about how his portrayal of the Beast might have been, a role that demanded both acting skill and physical presence. Interest in del Toro’s version of this classic tale has resurfaced, especially considering his previous success in the fantasy genre, which has led to rumors about new fairy tale adaptations in Hollywood.

Although the film did not come to fruition with Tatum in the lead role, the conversation around artists who could have played iconic roles always opens the door for future collaborations between actors and directors. Del Toro, who has been adding his personal touch to beloved stories, remains a key figure in contemporary cinema, while Tatum continues to be one of the most versatile actors of his generation.