My daughter (and all the girls at her preschool) all have seen the barbie series and talk about them endlessly. There is a silly, scary dragon in Diamond Castle but for the most part it is not a "scary" movie. My daughter scares easily but loves this movie. She started with the series at age 2 1/2 or so. I would recommend all of the barbie series except the nutcracker (weird and scary). Little girls love this series. For the record, I was NOT a big Barbie fan prior to seeing any of these dvds.
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Barbie and the Diamond Castle
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Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 4; suggested age 4. -
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Common Sense says
Charming friendship tale ties into lots of toys.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 4 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Barbie and the Diamond Castle
Parents need to know that even though this DVD is clearly meant to sell more toys in the Barbie brand (the dolls, the carriage, and the castle can be purchased), it does have enough substance and skilled performances to engage a varied audience. Younger children may not understand the history of the muses, though the over-arching themes of friendship, connection, and harmony are meant for all ages.
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Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about friendship and what it means to be connected. Have you ever invited a new friend into your circle of old friends? Have your friendships ever been tested? Why did Alexa decide to stay in the mansion when she knew she was breaking her promise to Melody and Liana? Why are friends important, and how are they different than family? How are they similar?
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- I rate this title on for age 3 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
Barbie series is fabulous with great messages for little girls (age two and up)
- I rate this title off for age 17 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Negative role models
B A D P E O P L E A N D T H E Y A R E E V I L !!!!!!
THEY HATE EACH OTHER!!!!!!
- I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
Less magic
I think Diamond castle was a good movie but i think it would be better if there was less magic.
- I rate this title off for age 4 and give it
Beware! Scary Parts!
There is a scene when a fire burns down the 2 main characters' house, there is a bad guy dragon and scary "witch-like" character. My 4 year old was fine, but her 4 y.o. friend was NOT. She was scared. The music and singing are great though.
- I rate this title on for age 3 and give it
Good Barbie movie!
This movie shows a good example of friendship!
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