There are some positive messages where some of the characters make a decision that would be good, but there is drug abuse, drinking, and some partial nudity that would be bad for tweens or immature teens. Personally, I love the show, good characters, good acting, and overall an interesting premise.
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The Beautiful Life: TBL
(Rated TV-14, Drama, Starring Sara Paxton, Mischa Barton, Benjamin Hollingsworth, Where to watch: CW)
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Common Sense says
Fashion drama aims for chic ... but the result is weak.
Themes in this show include: growing up, materialism, peer pressure, substance abuse
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 14–18
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What Parents Need to Know
About The Beautiful Life: TBL
Parents need to know that this fashion-centric drama is driven by high-end labels and, as the title suggests, focuses on impossibly beautiful people, two of whom are teen models coming of age in a very adult world. Although both appear to be good-hearted with a strong moral compass, they're constantly put into iffy situations that could tempt them to stray. Their friends and associates drink, take prescription drugs, obsess about their bodies and weight, and aren't above back-stabbing to get ahead in their careers. There's some sharp language, too, including phrases like "piss off" and "son of a bitch," as well as shirtless men (and women, who always cover their breasts) and sexual situations.
Read our full review by Kari Croop
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about whether the modeling industry sets impossible standards when it comes to beauty and body image. Why do high-fashion models tend to be so thin? Do you think there will ever be a day when models look more like "regular" people?
- How does the high-end fashion industry influence our tastes when it comes to clothing, accessories, and style? Does watching a show like this one make kids want to buy expensive designer fashions? Is it possible to look chic without laying down lots of cash?
- Do you think it's appropriate for a 16-year-old to be living on his or her own in New York City and working as a model? What are the risks of allowing a teen to take a full-time job in a big city, essentially unsupervised? Does it force them to grow up too fast? Are there any benefits?
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- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
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- Inappropriate sexual content
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I like this show, not love, but like. I thought it would be really good, but it's just good. I like it, it's worth watching, but not dir if you miss an episode.
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