Barbie movie 12A rating sparks parental dilemma, to watch or not to watch?
The Barbie film, notwithstanding its interest group of small kids, has gotten a 12A rating, causing dissatisfaction among guardians who currently face a quandary. They must choose whether to prevent their children from seeing a big-budget movie about their favorite toy or to show them adult themes for which they may not be prepared.
This rating was given to the high-budget comedy starring Margot Robbie because it contained "moderate innuendo, brief sexual harassment, and implied strong language." Even a curse word is bleeped out in the movie.
In one scene, there is a reference to masturbation, while another portrays a gathering of men hassling Barbie, finishing in one man slapping her on the bum. In response, Barbie punches him in the face, which leads to her arrest. Both Barbie and Ken, played by Ryan Gosling, are shown having their police mugshots taken.
Moreover, the English Leading body of Film Grouping (BBFC) hailed a scene where a kid dissolves a doll's hair with a lighter as "risky way of behaving." The BBFC also emphasized the film's use of words like "crap," "hell," and "damn."
This content has started analysis from guardians, taking into account that specific Barbie doll models are promoted to kids as youthful as three.
"You would think filmmakers would aim it at the younger generation," stated Clare Jones, a concerned parent from Kent. I'm addressing whether to take my girl and she's a major fan. Even a Barbie party was held last year. In any case, presently guardians need to think do we take them, do we not? It's as if the filmmakers have forgotten what Barbie is—as if they are attempting to prevent children from growing up at a young age. The fact that a lot of it will probably not be understood by children is irrelevant. They shouldn't have to worry about it."
On the Mumsnet online forum, concerns of a similar nature have been raised. One client expressed, "I truly need to see it. My youngster is nine and plays with Barbies. However, I am unsure whether or not to accept her. I don't believe she's consistently watched a 12A previously."