Unleashing the Truth About Barbie's Age Rating - Is It Just for Adults?
Barbie's official PG-13 rating sheds light on the film's mature themes and content, marking a departure from the beloved doll's typically family-friendly image
The age rating for the upcoming Barbie movie directed by Greta Gerwig has been unveiled, indicating that the film may not be entirely suitable for children. Starring Margot Robbie as the iconic Mattel doll, the plot follows Barbie's journey after being banished from Barbie Land, as she embarks on an exciting adventure in the real world with Ken (Ryan Gosling). While the trailers for the movie have already promised some hilarious moments, they have also hinted at the exploration of some profound existential themes. Ahead of the release date next month, FilmRatings.com has confirmed that the movie has received a PG-13 rating. This rating may come as a surprise to some, given that the movie is based on a children's toy. However, the rating was given due to "suggestive references and brief language," implying that it may not be an intense PG-13 rating that is verging on an R rating.
What Barbie's PG-13 Rating Means For The Film
The PG-13 rating for Barbie is not surprising, as the film does contain content that is not necessarily geared towards children. Trailers for the movie have already hinted at some of the suggestive references mentioned in the rating, such as an argument between Ken (played by Gosling and Liu) where they use language that could be considered inappropriate. Additionally, a teaser clip shows Barbie (played by McKinnon) doing the splits and appearing to look under another Barbie's dress, which may be a nod to the fact that real-life Barbie dolls do not have genitalia. However, as the trailers reveal, Robbie's character breaks away from traditional Barbie norms and begins to exhibit traits that are uncharacteristic of the brand, ultimately leading her to venture into the Real World.
Gerwig's Barbie is poised to captivate a diverse audience with its PG-13 rating. The film boasts a clever blend of humor and themes that will appeal to adults, while still incorporating elements that will delight younger viewers. As anticipation for the movie mounts, fans can rest easy knowing that it will hit theaters in just over a month.
