15 Ways Emma Watson Can Channel Hermione as the New Belle

Two things we know to be universal truths: 1) Hermione Granger is the baddest witch in the world, and 2) Belle from Beauty and the Beast is one of the best Disney princess ever created. Put them together with a real-life feminist hero we all know and love, and we get pure magic. Emma Watson will star in the upcoming live-action adaptation of Disney's Beauty and the Beast, and in our minds, there is absolutely no one else who could do the role justice the way that we know Watson will. Just think about it; Hermione Granger is a strong, book-loving woman who will stop at nothing to protect her close friends and family. Sound familiar? Belle is also known for her familial loyalty, wits, and unflinching bravery. We've come up with some amazing aspects of both Belle and Hermione that prove that the two women are supersimilar and equally awesome.

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They escape the world through books.
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They escape the world through books.

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Because honestly sometimes other people just aren't on their level.

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They both have dealt with their fair share of discrimination.
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They both have dealt with their fair share of discrimination.

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But they never, ever let it hold them back.

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They are forces to be reckoned with.
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They are forces to be reckoned with.

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Seriously, they don't have time for anyone's bullsh*t.

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Because "tact" is just not saying true stuff.

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They know how to throw some serious shade.
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They know how to throw some serious shade.

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Because they have way bigger things to worry about than the haters.

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They're ALWAYS the brains of any operation.
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They're ALWAYS the brains of any operation.

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Even (or especially . . .) when their significant others are involved.

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Their "judging you" faces are on point.
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Their "judging you" faces are on point.

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They take reading seriously.
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They take reading seriously.

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Like, very seriously.

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They have unique choices in pets.
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They have unique choices in pets.

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But they fervently love their furry friends.

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They know how to make an entrance.
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They know how to make an entrance.

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Bow down, witches.

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Like, EXTREME pressure.

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And they still look so good doing it.
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And they still look so good doing it.

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Honestly, what's their secret?

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They are amazing teachers.
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They are amazing teachers.

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Probably because they literally know it all.

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They have their priorities straight.
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They have their priorities straight.

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They are brave and fiercely protective.
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They are brave and fiercely protective.

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Because above all, they will do anything for the people they love.