Barbie as Rapunzel (2002) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Barbie stars as Rapunzel, a young girl who is entrapped by a magical barrier by the wicked, Gothel. Rapunzel finds an escape where she finds a Prince and a feud between two kingdoms which goes back to the day she was kidnapped as a child.
Rated G • 2002 • 1h 24m
This G-rated animated film reimagines a classic fairytale, but parents should be aware of thematic elements that may be intense for the youngest viewers. The story's main conflict stems from the emotional cruelty of the witch Gothel, who has kidnapped Rapunzel and keeps her imprisoned through lies and magical threats. The film contains scenes of mild fantasy peril, such as magical attacks and a character being chained, but no graphic… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Barbie as Rapunzel appropriate for kids?
This G-rated animated film reimagines a classic fairytale, but parents should be aware of thematic elements that may be intense for the youngest viewers. The story's main conflict stems from the emotional cruelty of the witch Gothel, who has kidnapped Rapunzel and keeps her… Read more — free account
Content severity in Barbie as Rapunzel
What happens in Barbie as Rapunzel, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:17 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:28 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
Sex and nudity in Barbie as Rapunzel
A chaste romance develops between Rapunzel and Prince Stefan, culminating in a simple, non-passionate kiss at the very end. In one brief, comedic scene, a dragon's fire breath singes two guards' pants, revealing their polka-dotted boxer shorts. There is no other sexual content or innuendo.
Violence and gore in Barbie as Rapunzel
Violence is mild and consists of cartoon fantasy peril. The villain, Gothel, uses magic to intimidate and control others; she destroys Rapunzel's paintings in a rage, magically imprisons her in a tower, and chains a friendly dragon. In the climax, Gothel attacks Prince Stefan with magic blasts and later starts a fire in the castle. A character is briefly threatened with being strangled, but is quickly saved. All peril is brief and resolved without injury.
Language in Barbie as Rapunzel
None.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Barbie as Rapunzel
None.
Mature themes in Barbie as Rapunzel
The film's primary thematic concerns involve emotional abuse and imprisonment. The witch Gothel is consistently cruel to Rapunzel, belittling her and lying about her parentage. The central backstory involves Gothel kidnapping Rapunzel as an infant out of revenge. In one upsetting scene for the main character, Gothel cruelly cuts off Rapunzel's long hair and destroys her most prized possessions. These themes, while significant, are handled within a classic fairytale context that ends with family reunion and justice…
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Barbie as Rapunzel appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Barbie as Rapunzel is best for ages 4+. It's rated G. This G-rated animated film reimagines a classic fairytale, but parents should be aware of thematic elements that may be intense for the youngest viewers. The story's main conflict stems from the emotional cruelty of the…
What age rating does Barbie as Rapunzel have?
Barbie as Rapunzel is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 4+.
What is Barbie as Rapunzel about?
This G-rated animated film reimagines a classic fairytale, but parents should be aware of thematic elements that may be intense for the youngest viewers. The story's main conflict stems from the emotional cruelty of the witch Gothel, who has kidnapped Rapunzel and keeps her imprisoned through lies and magical threats…
Is there sex or nudity in Barbie as Rapunzel?
A chaste romance develops between Rapunzel and Prince Stefan, culminating in a simple, non-passionate kiss at the very end. In one brief, comedic scene, a dragon's fire breath singes two guards' pants, revealing their polka-dotted boxer shorts. There is no…
How violent is Barbie as Rapunzel?
Violence is mild and consists of cartoon fantasy peril. The villain, Gothel, uses magic to intimidate and control others; she destroys Rapunzel's paintings in a rage, magically imprisons her in a tower, and chains a friendly dragon. In the climax, Gothel…
Is the language in Barbie as Rapunzel appropriate for kids?
None.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Barbie as Rapunzel?
None.
What mature themes appear in Barbie as Rapunzel?
The film's primary thematic concerns involve emotional abuse and imprisonment. The witch Gothel is consistently cruel to Rapunzel, belittling her and lying about her parentage. The central backstory involves Gothel kidnapping Rapunzel as an infant out of…
How long is Barbie as Rapunzel?
Barbie as Rapunzel runs 84 minutes, directed by Owen Hurley, released in 2002.
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