The Girls Next Door - TV-PG
Playboy fantasy becomes reality; not for kids.
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- TV Rating: TV-PG
- Network: E!
- Cast: Holly Madison, Bridget Marquardt, Kendra Wilkinson
- Genre: Reality TV
- >Available On: DVD,Download
Parents need to know
Families can talk about the different attitudes our society has about sex and sexual activity. Why are some people very open about sex while others aren't? When do nudity and sexual conduct become pornographic? Families can also discuss how women appear as sexual objects in the media and how this impacts how we look at and treat women in our society.
Message
Social Behavior:
People are respected (for the most part), and violence and substance abuse aren't tolerated. But sexual freedom and sexual pleasure (of men, primarily) are viewed as positive things. Women are sexually objectified and fulfill the stereotype of the dumb blonde.
Consumerism:
The Playboy logo, magazine, etc. are all clearly displayed. Hefner's favorite films are often highlighted.
Drugs/Alcohol/Tobacco:
Adult consumption of alcohol (beer, wine, hard liquor) is frequent. Adult use of tobacco products is sometimes noticeable, including pipe and cigar smoking.
Violence
Sex
Partial nudity. Contains sexual innuendo (which may go over the head of young viewers) as well as specific references to sexual behavior. Some making out but no simulated sex acts. References to genitalia, sex toys, and other strong sexual subject matter. Tons of very skimpy outfits.
Language
Mostly mild: "damn," "crap," etc. Stronger curse words are bleeped out.
Common Sense says
What's the story?
Reviewed by Melissa Camacho
Is it any good?
Like anything Playboy, the show is hedonistic and narcissistic and underscores (what else?!) Hefner's continuing love of beautiful women and sexual freedom. But even though these women are educated and have career goals (Bridget is working on her second master's degree, while Holly is earning her real estate license and Kendra is taking college courses online), their choice to live in the mansion's harem-like environment and their often-ditzy behavior make it hard to take them seriously. Unfortunately, they personify the stereotype of the empty-headed pinup girl whose mere presence serves to satisfy people's sexual fantasies. As a result, this series offers little more than an invitation to stop imagining and to actually look at real-life women as sexual objects.
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