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Barbie as The Island Princess

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 3, age appropriate for kids over 4; suggested age 4.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    A surprising treat -- but too many toy spin-offs.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 4 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Two characters who might have been enemies in another studio's hands end up being kind to and supportive of each other -- good girl-power message. And the well-sketched villain gets a timely comeuppance. The main character never wavers in her self-awareness, making her irresistible to the prince. Extremely positive images of kindness to animals.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    A few scenes of short-lived peril. A depiction of a near-drowning.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Chaste romance -- nothing more graphic than a kiss at the altar.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Unavoidable, because this is part of the Barbie franchise. Toy aisles are crowded with spinoffs related to this movie, from dolls to a hairstyling head.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Barbie as The Island Princess

Parents need to know that this gentle story will appeal to children who love animals and/or Barbie, and that its original music score may even draw in the grown-ups. The main character talks about missing the family from whom she was separated at a young age. A depiction of a near-drowning is harrowing, and younger kids may need some help understanding the villain's motivation, which is presented in song. The traits that define the heroine are bravery and compassion, not just beauty.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about how Ro might have learned to talk to the animals. Do you and your pets have any special ways to communicate? Do you think you would prefer to live on Ro's island or in Prince Antonio's castle, and why?

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Most Recent Reviews

  1. Kid Reviewer Age 10
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title off for age 17 and give it 1.0
    My concerns are:
    • Excessive violence
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Inappropriate language
    • Excessive consumerism
    • Drinking, smoking, or drug use
    • Negative message
    • Negative role models

    Nobody should watch this! Too much evil!!

  2. Kid Reviewer Age 9
    I rate this title on for age 4 and give it 4.0

    Awsome AGe

    i think this movie was awesome! It might not be good for 2 year olds but its really good! EVen for 8 year olds!

  3. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Indiana
    I rate this title on for age 4 and give it 5.0

    Good movie for little girls!!

    It's a good one, my girls loved it, especially with all the talking animals!! Very cute movie!!

  4. Kid Reviewer Age 11
    Lives in New Hampshire
    I rate this title off for age 2 and give it 0.0

    YUCK!!!!

    Oh PLEASE. Another Barbie movie? Come ON! Barbie is such a franchise, and this movie is just to make more money off of stupid Barbie. What is she doing on an Island anyway? Being an animal-freak, I'm absolutely appaled that there is an Elephant on the island...ELEPHANTS DON'T LIVE ON UNCHARTED ISLANDS, THEY LIVE IN THE SAVANNAH!! This is teaching kids the wrong stuff(like that elephants live on islands, and it's okay to buy Barbie merchandise), so please don't buy it, it's junk.

  5. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    Lives in Idaho
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 3.0

    Cute kids flick

    I was so happy when Mattel decided to write another Barbie musical! Family loyalty is a big theme in this movie...it was nice to see no inner-family rivalry as in past Barbie movies. I was also glad that this movie had another strong female character besides Barbie. Luciana's loving attitude provides a great environment for friends who watch the movie together. I was, however, shocked that there is a mild suggestion of sexual intercouse outside of marriage (Arianna claims to have been married to her husband for only 3 days...she had Luciana sometime after). However, if you overlook that, it's a great family movie!

  6. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 1.0

    *dies*

    ugh. had to watch this w/ my little cuz. ew. never ever again.... pink fluff. ew again.

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