The climax of the film occurs when Kyle Kingson, a wealthy and popular high school student, plays a cruel prank on a goth classmate named Kendra Hilferty (Mary-Kate Olsen). In retaliation, Kendra, who is revealed to be a witch, casts a spell on Kyle, transforming him into a disfigured and beastly version of himself.
The spell comes with a condition: Kyle must find someone to love him within a year, or he will remain in his beastly form forever. Exiled from his former life, Kyle takes up residence in a Brooklyn apartment with a blind tutor named Will Fratalli (Neil Patrick Harris).
As Kyle struggles with his appearance and isolation, he discovers a potential solution. He befriends Lindy Taylor (Vanessa Hudgens), a kind and compassionate girl who is initially unaware of Kyle’s true identity. Kyle offers Lindy shelter in his home to protect her from an abusive drug dealer.
The narrative explores Kyle’s personal transformation as he learns humility, empathy, and the true meaning of love. Kyle’s relationship with Lindy deepens, but the challenges of his appearance and the looming deadline create tension.
In the climax, Kyle’s father interferes, attempting to force Lindy to stay away from Kyle. The situation intensifies as the deadline approaches, and Kyle faces the possibility of remaining a beast forever. Lindy, realizing her feelings for Kyle, plays a crucial role in breaking the curse.
In the resolution, Kyle’s transformation is reversed as Lindy confesses her love for him. The film concludes with Kyle and Lindy living happily together, having learned valuable lessons about inner beauty and the importance of love.
“Beastly” received mixed reviews, with praise for its modern twist on the classic tale and criticism for its adherence to certain teen romance tropes. The film’s themes of redemption and acceptance contribute to its appeal among audiences interested in contemporary fairy tale adaptations.