Parent Reviews of Beauty and the Beast

Movie 1991 G 90 minutes
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age 7+

Based on 80 parent reviews

Parents say the film, while beloved for its enchantment and artistry, has troubling themes, particularly regarding relationships and depictions of masculinity, which many reviewers find inappropriate for children. Some highlight Belle as a strong female role model, yet express concerns about the portrayal of the Beast's abusive behavior, arguing that it sends problematic messages about love and control that necessitate adult discussions with young viewers.troubling themesabusive relationshipsstrong female roleinappropriate for childrenproblematic messagesneed for discussion
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