While there is no sex or iffy language and only occasional drinking or smoking - reflecting the social and cultural norms of the 1960s era - there is a thread of violence running through the action. In addition to the sexism, there are also some examples of stereotyping both in terms of class and how the British and Greek characters are portrayed. That said, the lead character Nikky, played by a sparkling Hayley Mills, is a strong female role model - smart, brave, and loyal, she uses her initiative and shows determination. There is casual sexism throughout, with patronizing dialogue and occasional physical aggression toward women. Parents need to know that The Moon-Spinners is a classic Disney mystery adventure - with an unmistakably 1960s tone - based on a suspense novel by Mary Stewart. Several instances of threats or aggressive behavior are directed by a man toward a woman.ĭid you know you can flag iffy content? Adjust limits for Violence & Scariness in your kid's entertainment guide. A fist fight on a moving motor boat sees one character thrown overboard while another throws a fishing spear. Physical violence includes several fist fights and characters behaving aggressively by shoving, slapping, dragging, or threatening one another. Angry cats are shown hissing and screeching, with teeth and claws bared. A character is tied up inside a locked windmill then must jump from a top window and is left hanging off the sails. A bloody hand appears and the character screams. Tense or perilous moments include a character exploring the crypt of a church, walking among coffins. The character is shown several times with blood on their arm and hand from the gun shot wound. Later drops of blood are shown on the ground and bloody handprints on walls. On one occasion a shotgun is fired, hitting someone who falls into the sea. Several scenes include characters wielding shotguns, sometimes aiming them at people.

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