Board Thread:Character Discussion/@comment-11058666-20150826195114/@comment-25926288-20150827231552

ChocolatEyes613 wrote: DavidTennantismyAngel wrote: Not you, Chocolat. One time she said Belle wasn't a real woman 'cause she had no spine. The difference is that Rumplestiltskin is meant to be a spineless coward, while Belle is supposed to be smart and intependent. OUaT's Belle is everything the show claims she is not. She is not smart, strong, and indepedent.... nor does she have a shred of self-respect.

Like I said. OUAT Belle isn't Disney Belle. There is no precedent. Reading books doesn't mean you're smart whatsoever. There are many characters that outclass Belle in intelligence.

And once more, back on topic.