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Xena: Warrior Princess
Common Sense Media says
Mythology and action-adventure for teens and up.
Parents say
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Kids say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this fantasy action-adventure show -- which earned an avid cult fan base when it aired in the late '90s -- has frequent violent fight scenes. Also, there are subtle suggestions of a lesbian relationship between the two main characters, which may go over the head of young viewers.
What's the story?
Part action, part drama, part comedy, and part fantasy, XENA: WARRIOR PRINCESS follows the adventures of Xena of Amphipolis (Lucy Lawless), a warrior who seeks to redeem herself for her former misdeeds as a treacherous warlord by serving as a protector to those who can't protect themselves. A spin-off of Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, Xena rewrites Greek mythology to create unique storylines that mesh historical figures, chronologically challenged timelines, and a variety of very modern topics while simultaneously attempting to resolving ancient disputes. Xena shares her adventures with constant companion Gabrielle (Renee O' Connor) and fights enemies such as Ares, God of War (Kevin Smith) and Callisto (Hudson Leick) with the help of friends like Autolycus (Bruce Campbell) and Joxer (Ted Raimi). Using no-holds-barred martial arts, gymnastic feats, and brute force, Xena dispassionately fights her enemies, usually sporting facial expressions that would frighten the wildest of animals, not to mention the bravest of men.
Is it any good?
Sometimes tragic, often quirky, and usually violent, the series presents Xena as a strong and empowered woman who exists in a very masculine world. But she's still a beautiful woman who endures ill-fated relationships with unsuitable men, including Ulysses (who wants to tame her) and Ares (who wants to conquer her). Subtle but strong hints throughout the series suggesting that Xena and Gabrielle are romantically involved lesbians add to the show's intriguing nature.
While Xena: Warrior Princess (which still airs in reruns and is available on DVD) is violent and contains its fair share of bare midriffs and sexual innuendo, it also offers viewers a refreshingly strong and independent lead character who's able to hold her own. This, along with the show's fantastic nature and its various subplots, continues to make this show a cult classic among many viewers.
Explore, discuss, enjoy
Families can talk about the different kinds of action heroes. How many of them are women? Why do you think there are more male action heroes than female ones? How are female action heroes different than male action heroes? Families can also talk about how historical facts are often blurred with fiction to create interesting stories.
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Teen, 16 years old
April 9, 2008
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The way of the warrior
What can I say? This is one of the best shows ever!! I absolutely love how they weave xena into history. It's a show for both ancient history and mythical lovers. I was hooked from the first episode I watched.
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Adult
May 7, 2010
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Although This Show Is A Bit Farfetched And Cheesy, It Sends Out Very Valuable Lessons For Ages of 9 And Above To Learn!
I really love watching Xena Warrior Princess. Even though it is farfetched, a bit cheesy at times, all about Greek Mythology and false gods, it sends the message that we all as people, have both a good side and a dark side within us. Someofuslean more towards one of the sides or the other. And that even if we have chosen the wrong path to follow, there is always a chance for remorse and redemption. And that no matter what we have done in our past, we can always start over, make different and better choices of the way we live, and we also have the choices and chances to make amense to those whom we have hurt back when we were living the wrong kind of life. If an adult such as I am, can watch a show such as this, and learn all of these very valuable lessons (and then some), and use these lessons to make changes to my own life, then I have to, wish to, and will stand behind it as a very good and positive show about lessons and choices of life, and thus I am very happy to highly recommend it. Thanks for reading!!
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Teen, 13 years old
August 18, 2011
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love this show
i love this show so much and so dose my 6 year old sister
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Teen, 13 years old
August 16, 2011
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Really great! Xena's amazing!
This show is an amazing and enthralling TV series about a warrior princess and how she has changed her ways and become a better person, despite the fact that at times it is tempting to go back to who she was. Xena then meets Gabrielle and they become good friends. An amazing show with action, adventure and romance. I've been watching this show since I was three years old, but it depends on your child and whether they are mature enough for the violence, etc.
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Teen, 13 years old
August 13, 2009
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lol 15 for xena if somebody is asking from me i say 11
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Parent
July 3, 2012
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Great action hero role models for 8 and up.
Fantastic role models, especially for girls interested in action heroes. Violence perpetrated by main characters is generally accompanied by character self-awareness and examination of human values. As another poster pointed out, be sure your child is mature enough to handle action scenes, scenes of war, battle wounds, fantasy vs. reality.
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| Topics: | magic and fantasy, adventures, friendship, great girl role models |
| TV rating: | TV-PG |
| Networks: | Logo, Oxygen |
| Cast: | Lucy Lawless, Renee O'Connor, Ted Raime |
| Genre: | Drama |
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