Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses

Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses

Year: 2006

Runtime: 82 mins

Language: English

Director: Greg Richardson

FamilyAnimationFairy-tale fantasy and enchanted magicKids' animated fun and adventureHoliday joy and heartwarming Christmas

In a kingdom where King Randolph wants his daughters—Princess Genevieve and her eleven sisters—to become proper royals, he summons his cousin, Duchess Rowena, for help. The Duchess bans their beloved dancing, leaving the girls despondent. Determined, they discover a secret passage to an enchanted realm where they can dance freely through the night, reviving their joy and spirit.

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Royal Castle, King Randolph's Kingdom

Set primarily in a royal castle within King Randolph's kingdom, the palace is home to twelve dancing-princesses. Duchess Rowena tries to strip color and joy from the palace, enforcing rigid propriety. The sisters uncover a portal to a magical land where flowers grant wishes, statues come to life, and healing waters await.

🏰 Castle 👑 Royalty 🧭 Fantasy

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Genevieve

One of twelve princesses and a passionate dancer, Genevieve leads with courage and curiosity. She discovers the portal via the floor tiles and inspires her sisters to explore the magical realm. She grows into a resourceful, loyal daughter and partner to Derek as they work to free their father.

🎀 Princess 🩰 Dancer 💖 Protagonist

Duchess Rowena

The widowed duchess who comes to govern the princesses' behavior, draining color, music, and joy from the palace. She schemes to manipulate King Randolph and seize the throne. Her manipulation and cruelty are central antagonistic forces.

👑 Antagonist 🪄 Manipulator ⚖️ Power-seeker

King Randolph

The king who loves his daughters but is manipulated by Rowena. His illness acts as a ticking clock that motivates the sisters to undo the duchess's machinations. His emotional arc centers on unconditional parental love.

👑 King 💖 Father 🕊️ Authority

Derek

The royal cobbler who investigates Rowena's poisoning scheme. He becomes a trusted ally to Genevieve and helps unlock the magical land's secrets. His determination and kindness drive the rescue mission.

🛠️ Craftsman 🕵️ Investigator 💪 Loyal

Desmond

Rowena's henchman who polices the palace and pursues the princesses. He escalates the threat when the sisters return from the magical land. His actions intensify the conflict and risk to the king.

🗡️ Henchman 🏰 Guard 🚨 Antagonist

Brutus

Rowena's pet monkey who spies on children and helps her pursue the princesses. Brutus triggers moments of danger but also reveals motives through his actions. The animal adds whimsy to the perilous pursuit.

🐵 Sidekick 🐾 Animal 🕵️ Trickster

Lacey

One of the sisters' circle, whose presence echoes through the palace. She witnesses Rowena's manipulation and joins the effort to rescue the king and restore joy. Her character embodies loyalty and resilience.

👸 Princess 💖 Ally 🫶 Friend

Kathleen

A member of the sisterhood who shares in the dance and the dream of freedom. Though not the focus, she illustrates the collective strength of the twelve princesses. Her actions reinforce family bonds and unity.

🎗️ Princess 👭 Sister 🌟 Unity

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💃 Dance

Dance is the sisters' lifeblood and the key to their freedom. Their nightly journeys to a magical world symbolize autonomy from oppressive expectations. The act of dancing binds the sisters together and fuels their courage to challenge Rowena.

🪄 Magic

Magic drives both escape and revelation, turning ordinary rooms into enchanted realms. The magical land offers healing waters, living statues, and wish-granting flowers that empower the protagonists. The antagonist's use of magic as control creates central conflict.

👑 Royalty

The royal family dynamics sit at the heart of the story: a loving king, a scheming duchess, and dutiful daughters. The palace's rules clash with the sisters' passions, challenging traditional gender roles. Ultimately, family loyalty and love guide the quest to save the king.

🗝️ Portal

A hidden portal links the castle to the magical land, serving as the catalyst for adventure. The sisters' ability to reopen gateways through dance underpins the plot and their reunion with the king. The portal's destruction and the later reopening test their unity and resolve.

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