I also find another example of gender stereotypes from Gaston’s physical appearance and personality. In the movie, Gaston is portrayed as a masculine and dominating character that is sexist towards females and expects them to be submissive. However, people in the town love him because of his well-built body and handsome face. This promotes gender stereotypes, as males are influenced to believe that in order to be popular and liked by the people, they need to have brawny bodies and attractive faces. It also portrays inaccurate social construction, through which males are allowed to degrade and mistreat females if they are attractive looking.
Lumiere is portrayed as a candleholder with a strong French accent and demeanor. He affirms that once he regains his human appearance, he will resume cooking and dating. He is a scorching and ardent romantic, which is a stereotypical representation of Frenchmen . On the other hand, Cogsworth is a clock who is strictly obedient to the rules. When Belle’s father enters the castle lost and wet, all the other animated objects rush to help him. Cogsworth is the only one who is reminding them not to talk to anyone. In addition, he affirms that once he becomes human again, his dream would be to “sip tea.” Thus, the French are perceived as being obsessed with flirting and food while the British are much more stiff, strict and boring.