How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria? (BBC America)
common sense media says
Spirited search for a leading lady keeps families in mind.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that, thanks to the The Sound of Music's family-friendly source material, this British reality competition is relatively safe for kids. There's nothing graphic in the way of language, violence, or sex, although there's a bit of "snogging" between the prospective Marias and a leading man later on in the series. The bad news is that, because it already aired in the U.K., stateside viewers won't get to participate in the show's outcome. But since the stage production it promotes runs in London, there's a silver lining, too: Your kids won't expect you to take them to see it.
Violence & scariness:
Not applicable.
Sexy stuff:
Toward the end of the contest, the top five finalists take part in an acting class with a leading man that involves some kissing.
Language:
Rare use of (mostly British slang) words like "balls," "bloody," and "snogging."
Consumerism:
The show was originally launched to sell tickets to Andrew Lloyd Webber's West End Stage production of The Sound of Music in 2006. Producers openly discuss their desire to find a universally popular Maria who will help sell tickets.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
Not applicable.
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99bigboy9999
teen, 16 years old
teen, 16 years old
Perfect for young kids too!
The Sound of Music is a great movie that is very much the same.
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