This lavish production is well worth viewing by families and teen agers. Very young children won’t grasp the many layers of themes presented, even though many scenes involve young children. I enjoyed watching this more than the original one in which Yul Brynner/Deborah Kerr starred, because the political climate of the time was presented and the emotional levels were more intense. The themes of respect for other cultures, family love and loyalty are prevalent. Enjoy!