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Xuxa Requebra

1999

Nena, a journalist and former student of the Two Hearts dance academy, tries to stop the school from being sold to a group of drug dealers. She trains a group to win the Requebra dance contest that would give them the necessary money to carry their plans.

Ages 8+Source checked

Why this age? The family musical includes criminal villains, threats to a school, sabotage and competition-related tension. Its tone appears light, but younger children may need reassurance about danger and intimidation. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age8+

Strongest cautions

  • Alcohol or drugs2/5
  • Frightening scenes2/5
  • Romance2/5

Strongest positives

  • Creativity & curiosity5/5
  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Diverse representation3/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

The film features recognizable entertainers and a sponsored dance contest, but it does not appear to promote products or encourage children to buy merchandise.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

No strong profanity or slurs are indicated; language is likely mild and suitable for the family-oriented story.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Features light, incidental romantic subplots typical of teen-oriented musicals.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Criminal antagonists, threats to the dance academy, and sabotage create mild suspense, but the family musical tone keeps the danger relatively light.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Any sexual content appears limited to mild flirtation or performance costumes; no sexual activity or explicit nudity is indicated.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

The villain character is described as an inveterate smoker, depicted as part of her negative persona.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Includes light slapstick comedy and minor confrontations involving clumsy henchmen.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Characters show courage in facing down bullying tactics to save their academy.

Creativity & curiosity5/5
Why this rating?

Dance and music drive the story, while the characters use performance, teamwork, and an inventive contest strategy to save their academy.

Diverse representation3/5
Why this rating?

Reflects the diverse landscape of Brazilian popular music and culture.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Provides insight into Brazilian musical culture and performance arts.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Central message emphasizes the importance of helping others and working together.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Promotes themes of teamwork, persistence, and standing up for one's community.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Nena helps young dancers organize and compete to save their academy, presenting leadership, teamwork and constructive problem-solving.

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  1. What was the most imaginative idea in the story, and what would you add to it?
  2. How were alcohol or drugs portrayed, and what consequences did the story show?
  3. Which choice in Xuxa Requebra would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Xuxa Requebra, and what caused that change?
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