Story

Rapunzel (voiced by Mandy Moore) is adjusting to life as the new Princess of Corona. While her fiancé, Eugene Fitzherbert (voiced by Zachary Levi), is excited about their future, Rapunzel feels unsure about her royal responsibilities. This inner conflict leads her on a rebellious adventure with her friend Cassandra (voiced by Eden Espinosa), a lady-in-waiting.

A complication arises when Rapunzel encounters magical and mysterious black rocks, which cause her long blonde hair to return – against her will. This unexpected development puts both her safety and the kingdom at risk, as Rapunzel and her friends must battle and defeat Lady Caine (voiced by Laura Benanti) and her crew of criminals.

In the end, Rapunzel learns to accept her destiny and embrace the challenges of her role as future queen, while also coming to terms with her newfound powers.

Themes

Separation from parents; rebellion; danger; fantasy violence and tension

Violence

Tangled: Before Ever After has some violence. For example:

  • Cassandra engages in light sword fighting with Rapunzel during a training session.
  • Rapunzel, Eugene and Cassandra face dangerous situations involving magical black rocks. These rocks expand, cause destruction and put the characters in danger as they try to escape.
  • Palace guards pursue Rapunzel and her friends through the kingdom.
  • In a brief physical combat scene, Cassandra fights the palace guards, who believe that Rapunzel and her friends are a threat. The fight includes grappling and defensive strikes, but no-one is seriously hurt.

Sexual references

There are no sexual references in Tangled: Before Ever After.

Alcohol, drugs and other substances

There’s no use of substances in Tangled: Before Ever After.

Nudity and sexual activity

Tangled: Before Ever After has some sexual activity. For example:

  • Rapunzel and Eugene share a light and affectionate kiss at the beginning of the movie after Rapunzel excitedly chats about her new life as a princess.
  • After overcoming some challenges, Rapunzel and Eugene share a tender and emotional kiss.

Product placement

There’s no product placement in Tangled: Before Ever After.

Coarse language

There’s some mild coarse language in Tangled: Before Ever After. For example:

  • Cassandra says ‘heck’ to express frustration when trying to rally a group.
  • The word ‘evil’ is used to describe Lady Caine.

Ideas to discuss with your children

Inspired by the beloved characters from Disney’s Tangled, Tangled: Before Ever After is a delightful movie that continues Rapunzel’s story. Featuring engaging musical numbers and vibrant animation, it explores themes of self-discovery, responsibility and friendship.

Because of its romantic elements and scenes of mild peril, Tangled: Before Ever After is best suited to viewers aged 5 years and over, with parental guidance recommended for children aged 5-8 years.

These are the main messages from Tangled: Before Ever After:

  • Love and friendship can help you navigate challenges.
  • Personal growth requires us to embrace responsibilities.
  • Your choices shape your destiny.
  • You need courage and self-discovery to overcome obstacles and find your true self.

Values in Tangled: Before Ever After that you could reinforce with your children include courage, friendship, responsibility, kindness, perseverance, self-discovery, love and teamwork.

Tangled: Before Ever After could also give you the chance to talk with your children about real-life issues like:

  • facing consequences
  • being courageous
  • taking responsibility
  • growing through challenges.

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