Im normally a bit cynical re barbie products. I think most are cheaply made and sell only due to the barbie name. So I was very surprised how good the movie (plot and animation) were. I read the other reviews about children being scared and dont agree. The villians were the same level of scary as any cartoon or disney movie out there. I would recommend this video to any barbie crazed kids like my 3 and 5 yr old girls are. My 8yr old nephew (definite nonbarbie fan) also sat transfixed and watched the whole movie, due to the great storyline and action. If it was a straight ballet movie I sure I would have lost all three! But with the story, dance and music combination its a great way to expose your kids to the "classics" Have a great christmas!