I thought it was wonderful that she fell in love with him for his humanity, instead of just because he looked good - and she wanted to be loved for her mind, too. The whole point of the story with Gaston was that all he wanted was a pretty girl, and all he had to offer was good looks.

And yes, smart people are much better. I've dated a few beautiful-but-stupid people, and gosh, it gets tiresome to be talking to Barbie.

I wonder if the Beast would have fallen in love with her if he didn't need her. And if she wasn't beautiful.