While these themes aren't necessarily inappropriate for most kids, they may not fully understand what the characters are implying either. There is also some talk of death and dying in the movie, which may be a little less appropriate for younger children under the age of 8.
The movie received its PG-13 rating because of “suggestive references” and “brief language.” Some parents may not be ready or comfortable to discuss the more advanced plot lines while others may simply just know if their child is or is not ready to be introduced to mature topics.
Barbie is a doll fit for all ages. But is the new Barbie movie fun for all ages? Sure, Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling are the picture of playtime wholesomeness in the trailers and the red carpet. However, the latest from writer/director Greta Gerwig is rated PG-13.
Let's start by saying that Greta Gerwig's Barbie (2023) is NOT a good kids film. Although it's bright and colourful, and my grandkids (6 to 9) enjoyed it, the jokes about the patriarchy and feminism are aimed at an adult audience.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned, Some Material May Be Inappropriate for Children Under 13. This rating is a stronger caution for parents that content included may not be appropriate for children under 13 (pre-teen ages). This may include stronger language, extended violence or sexual situations and drug-use.
While the film does not dive into trans identity, Barbie still manages to touch upon LGBTQ+ issues without naming them as such. In fact, the film features several openly LGBTQ+ actors, like Hari Nef, Kate McKinnon, Alexandra Shipp, and Scott Evans.
Today, the doll itself is 64 years old; in 2023, Barbie would technically be 83 years old if she aged. However, toy company Mattel has said that she's perpetually frozen in time at the age of 19. Despite her ageless appearance, Barbie holds a wide array of adult careers.
It solidifies the understanding that reproductive health is an integral part of overall health. I hope that will be one of the main takeaways from the scene, which is that every girl, every woman, every person who has female reproductive organs should seek regular preventive care to address their reproductive health.
Some kids may lose interest in dolls around the age of 5 or 6, while others may continue to play with them into their pre-teen years. There really isn't a "magic age" at which all children suddenly stop playing with dolls - it varies from child to child.
We find that dollhouse play aligns best with the developmental needs and play preferences of kids ages 3 - 9. At these ages, kids love to engage in imaginative and pretend play and act out social scenarios. The beauty of dolls and dollhouses is that they can grow with them as their imaginations become more complex.
Barbie Fairytopia: Mermaidia (2006) The 7th entry and the final Barbie film to be originally released on VHS follows on from Barbie: Fairytopia where Barbie's character in the film, Elina, was rewarded for her bravery to battle Laverna with her own new pair of wings.
The nostalgia, in combination with the universality of playing with Barbies, set the film up for success and led to something unique happening in theaters: people dressed up in pink to see the film.
Ken and Barbie were never officially engaged or married. I'm not sure if it was a matter of feminist influence, but I'm more certain it was to encourage creativity in play.
Although the doll was part of a 'Happy Family' line of dolls, there was backlash at the time for endorsing 'teenage pregnancy', so the road towards endorsing a liberating world through Barbie dolls has admittedly not always been smooth. Regardless, for Ruth the idea was to keep Barbie single and child free.
Barbie, formally known as “Barbara Millicent Roberts,” was born in 1959, which would technically make her 63 years old — except for the small fact that she was born as a 19-year-old.
Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling had the right idea to scrap their Barbie and Ken kiss scene and TikTokers agreed. With so many comedic and thought-provoking moments in Barbie, you don't need a kiss scene to enjoy it. Don't miss your chance to see this 2023 movie release playing in theaters now.
Ken (short for Kenneth Carson) hit the toy aisle as Barbie's buyable boyfriend two years after her 1959 debut. He was available in two styles — blond or brunette hair, made of hard plastic — and came dressed in very short red swim trunks.
While some on social are wondering how Barbie snagged a girlfriend before them, or when exactly she came out, Aimee Song weighed in to make the relationship Twitter-official.
Generally reserved for R-rated projects, PG-13 movies are allowed a single use of the four-letter word. A few projects like The Social Network and The American President have even gotten away with two or three and still retained their PG-13 rating.
Rated PG-13: Parents strongly cautioned – Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. Rated R: Restricted – Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. Rated NC-17: No children under 17 admitted.
