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Cinderella

(1950, Rated G, Family and kids)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 3, age appropriate for kids over 5; suggested age 5.
  • Is it any good?

    5.0
  • Common Sense says

    Sweet fairy tale classic for little princesses.

updated 07.04.08

Why We Rated This on for Ages 5 and Up

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Not an issue.
  • Violence & scariness :

    Some tense moments. Little ones may be upset by the wicked stepsisters and stepmom.
  • Sexy stuff :

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Cinderella

Parents need to know that this is a classic that families can enjoy together. Little ones may be upset by the wicked stepsisters and stepmom. In today's world of blended families, it might also be worth discussing that not all step-parents and siblings are mean. Even children who are living with intact families of origin may need to hear this so that they will not worry about their friends.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the story's enduring appeal, and how many people are troubled by the passive heroine, who meekly accepts her abusive situation and waits to be rescued, first by her godmother and then by the Prince. It's worth discussing, with both boys and girls, what some of her alternatives could have been ("If you were Cinderella, would you do what that mean lady told you?"), and making sure that they have some exposure to stories with heroines who save themselves. Why does Cinderella do what her stepmother says? What could she have done instead? Why is the King so worried about whether the Prince will get married? If you had a fairy godmother, what would you like her to do for you? Or would you like to be a fairy godmother? Whose wish would you grant?
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  1. Teen Reviewer
    Age 13
    Lives in Virginia
    I rate this title on for age 4 and give it 5.0

  2. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in New Jersey
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 4.0

    Always keep your chin up

    Both my girls (3 and 4) love this movie. I had a few issues with it because she needs to be saved by the prince, but I think there are good messages in it as well - like don't let mean people get you down, keep you chin up, always be kind to others, and go for your dreams that we focus on instead. My little ones had some questions about why the step-mom and step-sisters are so mean, but we talked through that and it's not an issue anymore.

  3. Kid Reviewer
    Age 11
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 2.0

  4. Teen Reviewer
    Age 13
    Lives in Iowa
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 0.0

    Stupid...

    S...T...U...P...I...D, Put it all together and what does it spell? Stupid!

  5. Teen Reviewer
    Age 13
    Lives in Texas
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    So Cute!

    I loved the whole movie. It was just so sweet and cute. It was my favorite classic, and my mom's too.

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