Legally Blonde the Musical: The Search for Elle Woods - TV-PG
Kid-friendly, but main aim may be selling tickets.
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- TV Rating: TV-PG
- Network: MTV
- Cast: Haylie Duff
- Genre: Reality TV
Parents need to know
Families can talk about whether watching the contestants go through the audition process changes the way they perceive Broadway stars in general. Were you surprised by the long rehearsals and grueling hours? Did some of the competitors handle the stress better than others? Do you think you'd have what it takes to make it in show business? Families can also discuss whether watching a TV show about Legally Blonde the musical makes them want to see it live. Do you think that's what the show's producers had in mind when they created it?
Message
Social Behavior:
If you're looking for racial diversity ... keep looking. But on the plus side, the series emphasizes the hard work and determination necessary to make it in show business. A few contestants are unnecessarily catty, and some get very emotional/upset during the course of the competition, but in general, there are plenty of positive role models to choose from. Some body image issues arise among the contestants.
Consumerism:
This is essentially a commercial for Legally Blonde: The Musical, making you wonder whether producers conceived the series as a way to boost ticket sales.
Drugs/Alcohol/Tobacco:
Violence
Some verbal sparring/tense moments between contestants.
Sex
One girl is actually criticized for looking "too sexy" when she performs.
Language
"Bitch" is audible; stronger words like "f--k" are rare, and they're bleeped when they occur.
Common Sense says
What's the story?
Reviewed by Kari Croop
Is it any good?
Unlike other talent-driven reality shows of its ilk, Legally Blonde the Musical: The Search for Elle Woods doesn't waste any time airing footage of the untalented hopefuls who didn't make the cut during open auditions. Instead, it cuts right to the chase, narrowing 50 semi-finalists down to a pool of 10 finalists in minutes. In a way, it's a process that's as ruthless and unemotional as a real-life Broadway casting, making this one of the most realistic reality shows on the air. And for that, it probably deserves a standing ovation.
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