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.
The Motion Picture Association of America graded the Barbie movie with a PG-13 rating for “brief language” and “suggestive references.” That cautionary disclaimer is not surprising and likely appreciated by parents.
It's not a kid movie because it's overall themes and message will go over a young child's head and there isn't enough just-kid-fun stuff to engage them. And that's okay, because this film wasn't created to be a kids movie.
Warner Bros. The decision to classify Barbie as not suitable for children under 13 marks a shift in the franchise and suggests a deeper exploration of themes relevant to a wider audience.
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Does the Barbie movie have Lgbtq?
While the movie is given credit for including a gay character, he's largely made fun of and glossed over as an accessory to the Barbies. With a lack of queer people in the "real world" of this movie, families with two queer dads seeing this movie only have Allan – a character largely joked about – as a portrayal.
Is it normal for a 9 year old to play with Barbies?
There is no one "magic age" at which all children stop playing with dolls - it varies from child to child. Dolls offer children a way to express themselves and their imaginations, and they can also help promote cognitive development and early literacy skills.
It's a PG-13 movie that plays it relatively safe in that regard. Ken wants to stay over at Barbie's house one night, and when she asks what they'd do, he responds that he doesn't know. (She rebuffs him for a “girls' night” sleepover anyway.)
Barbie is rated PG-13 for suggestive references and brief language. Credit: Warner Bros. This is the classification the MPAA has offered for the Barbie movie.
Previously perceived as a symbol of unattainable beauty, Barbie has transformed into an emblem of inclusivity and empowerment. The scene of Barbie visiting a gynecologist encapsulates this change, underlining that health is vital to being a “real woman.”
PG: PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for children. PG-13: PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.
As a lot of people told the mother that it's not necessarily unsuitable for younger children but would probably be uninteresting to them. But, as it is PG-13 you can still bring children to see the Barbie movie as long as they have a parent with them.
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.
We've been sensing this movie is for adults, and having seen it, that's mostly true. But it's not scary or dark. It's a true PG-13. If your kid is under 13, they can probably see it, but with you there.
Gerwig proclaims Barbie to be “most certainly a feminist film”, and it has frightened some male pundits out of their wits. Toby Young has accused it of “unapologetic misandry”, while the Critical Drinker considered it “114 minutes of spiteful, bitter, mean-spirited, borderline unhinged hatred of men”.
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 X: No one under 17 admitted.
Because they are too old for that? As experts would tell you, there is no age limit for dolls. It may seem unusual in this day and age, but several 12-year-olds still play with dolls. And in a world where the internet is widespread, this may be a good thing.
Near the movie's end, President Barbie (Issa Rae) blurts out a censored curse word with the Mattel logo covering her mouth, marking the closest Barbie gets to a borderline-R-rated moment. The line was quite surprising, but embodied the PG-13 nature of the comedy.
While plenty of women are excited to watch this nostalgic childhood figure come to life, plenty of men are also hitting Barbieland this summer. CBC News spoke to men across Ontario about Barbie, Greta Gerwig's filmmaking and how something like toxic masculinity won't stop them from seeing the film.
I assume you're asking if you should be concerned when a 13 year old girl is playing with barbies or dolls, in which the answer would be a simple: Let the girl do what she wants! Who cares if not everyone else is into that, if they make her happy, that's all that matters. Plus, toys or dolls have no age.
Dolls such as Barbie play an important role in the lives of little girls; they allow their creative mind to role play and make up a pretend world. Wouldn't you rather see your daughter use her imagination and creativity playing with her dolls instead of always watching TV?
A short answer – as many as she can take care of. If you are expected to take care of, keep track of, find homes for, or put away any of her dolls then you get to decide how much work you want to do. Are the dolls an issue or do you just feel she has too many? If they are an issue, deal with it appropriately.
No one is ever too old for dolls. I am 51 and have collected dolls for nearly 30 years. I played with them until I was 13 and then, like most other people that age, was told that I should be 'too old' for them. I put my dolls away, reluctantly, but still noticed and liked dolls.
“Pregnant Barbie” is actually Margaret Hadley Sherwood, or Midge, as her friends call her. Midge was created to be a less glam, more relatable Barbie, per Buzzfeed News. The doll was launched in 1963 as Barbie's bestie.
