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Barbie of Swan Lake (2003)
Glaringly Antisemetic
If you have any knowledge at all about the Jewish people, you will see the antisemitism in this movie. Rothbart is designed to look like an offensive Jewish stereotype with his ridiculously large nose. It particularly stands out against the small delicate features of Barbie and the other human cast members. Other offensive Jewish characteristics include the idea of being evil and power hungry, and having a J. A. P. Daughter with an annoying laugh who is hyper-materialistic and always complaining.
Rothbart being an offensive Jewish stereotype is part of the original play, but that is no excuse for something so Antisemetic to exist in the modern era, and be directed at children.
Just because a child doesn't know this is Antisemetic doesn't make this appropriate viewing. They will still see a large nose and a nasal laugh as ugly and villainous traits, while having small delicate features makes you a beautiful hero. Therefore, I cannot recommend this movie at all.