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NeverForgivenJul 29, 2023

Margo Robbie hates men! Never support her movies again! ..........................

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ohyessssJul 29, 2023

Not very good movie, i would recommend watching Oppenheimer or Mission Impossible 7 instead.

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DubD123Jul 29, 2023

This was a good time.I went with my wife and we loved it.

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indycanajonesAug 8, 2023

I believe the movie is universally relevant in terms of the issues that we deal with in society on many levels. Many are critical about the impact that this movie may have on younger kids, but I do question whether these children would beI believe the movie is universally relevant in terms of the issues that we deal with in society on many levels. Many are critical about the impact that this movie may have on younger kids, but I do question whether these children would be negatively affected by issues and terms that are not appearing relevant to them specifically in the context of the cosmetic child applicable backdrops.

I think this movie is particularly relevant for teens discovering themselves and considering the way society impacts on their emotions, on adults who are still struggling with the challenges of patriarchy and matriarchy in society, and the older generations who are set in their ways and could take more time to consider how things are impacting younger generations.… Expand

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EladioPaucekAug 8, 2023

This movie really brought the KENEGERY!! Truely an unforgettable experience! Words do not even begin to describe how great full i am to have watched such a revolutionary masterpiece of the cinematic universe! As soon as i sat in my seat iThis movie really brought the KENEGERY!! Truely an unforgettable experience! Words do not even begin to describe how great full i am to have watched such a revolutionary masterpiece of the cinematic universe! As soon as i sat in my seat i knew this would be a life changing experience, and indeed it was!! This movie pulled me out of the darkness and showed me the light! Thanks to the barbie movie i walked out of that theatre a whole new person!! #barbie #kenergy #youarekenough #allen #newme… Expand

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KeeganGleasonAug 8, 2023

I had very high expectations for this movie, yet had no idea what the plot was going to be. This movie was amazing, I havnt played with Barbie in over 20 years. & nobody in my theater left disappointed, we were all laughing, honestly I feltI had very high expectations for this movie, yet had no idea what the plot was going to be. This movie was amazing, I havnt played with Barbie in over 20 years. & nobody in my theater left disappointed, we were all laughing, honestly I felt happy the entire time watching the movie. They did such a good job at portraying Barbieland too. This movie did a good job at showing that no matter your size, shape, color, you are enough. Barbie will forever be Barbie, Ken will forever be just Ken.… Expand

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margaretjaskolAug 8, 2023

Barbie absolutely felt like a dessert to a heavy course Oppenheimer meal. Greta's latest outing is obviously visibly pink and screams the feminine theme(steretype much?!). The whole take on feminism, patriarchy and real world problems fitBarbie absolutely felt like a dessert to a heavy course Oppenheimer meal. Greta's latest outing is obviously visibly pink and screams the feminine theme(steretype much?!). The whole take on feminism, patriarchy and real world problems fit prefectly in this barbieland. Margot Robbie and Ryan with their performance made it impossible to ask for a better casting. Simu liu did justice to his part and man oh man Will Ferell is still in his A game with his comedic and screen presence. Ruth as a creator and the metaphor leaves us in that white oblivion of self realizaton.… Expand

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JasonPurrAzzAug 8, 2023

Don’t let the hype disappoint you. It’s not a perfect film, so if you go expecting it to be REALLY GREAT, you may be disappointed. However, We discussed it in the parking lot for 30 minutes after the film ended. It’s got something. I thinkDon’t let the hype disappoint you. It’s not a perfect film, so if you go expecting it to be REALLY GREAT, you may be disappointed. However, We discussed it in the parking lot for 30 minutes after the film ended. It’s got something. I think it’s this in-between space of feeling both fulfilled and not fulfilled by viewing it that makes interesting conversation and makes it art.

Bottom line: The film both said a lot and didn’t. It’s surface level but also raising some uncomfortable questions. Oh and it’s sparkly, it can be entertaining and vibrant, and funny too. Loved the Ken dancing scene! Made me want to give ken “more love”, specifically, like the space to be “ken”. Is this maybe a reflection of white corporate feminism and it’s limitations?… Expand

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BarryWandsAug 8, 2023

My 11-year-old daughter and I loved it! Barbie's existential crisis was funny and enlightening. It went beyond social commentary on gender to explore themes like death and what a gift it is to experience the whole gamut of human existence vsMy 11-year-old daughter and I loved it! Barbie's existential crisis was funny and enlightening. It went beyond social commentary on gender to explore themes like death and what a gift it is to experience the whole gamut of human existence vs a predetermined perfect trajectory. I never played with Barbie so I wasn't sure if this movie was going to do anything for me but I found it a fun celebration of femininity. Those who are saying that this movie is against men, it's not - the point is that when things are out of balance, when people are not allowed to achieve their own potential then society itself loses out. This imbalance occurred in Barbieland, a fictitious place run by women, and "the real world" primarily run by men. No one is saying the Barbies in Barbieland were bad because they allowed that to happen. Similarly no one is blaming men in the "real world." It's a natural outcome of the imbalance of power and opportunity.… Expand

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georgewashertonAug 8, 2023

Before even talking about the movie itself, the atmosphere it created at the cinema was so friendly and fun. You could tell who was going to watch Barbie based on what they were wearing. Inside the screen, it felt comfortable and our audienceBefore even talking about the movie itself, the atmosphere it created at the cinema was so friendly and fun. You could tell who was going to watch Barbie based on what they were wearing. Inside the screen, it felt comfortable and our audience was laughing together.

The movie itself takes a whimsical approach to deconstructing patriarchal issues and idealising a world run by women. It was only at one point towards the resolve of the movie that this narrative was lost on me, but it picked right back up afterwards.

I would 100% watch again. It was Kenough for me.… Expand

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jessybergnaumAug 8, 2023

Truly inspiring. This movie fully embodies what it’s like to be a woman in todays age. There were so many funny moments where everyone in the theater was laughing. I love the aesthetic choice of Barbie Land and especially enjoyed Ken’s sillyTruly inspiring. This movie fully embodies what it’s like to be a woman in todays age. There were so many funny moments where everyone in the theater was laughing. I love the aesthetic choice of Barbie Land and especially enjoyed Ken’s silly moments. Towards the end Barbie touched on sensitive topics, digging into sexism as well as many other stereotypes. Over all, a great movie to see with any woman you care about.… Expand

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Paxton_Witting3Aug 8, 2023

Barbie movie is everything you want to see and feel while watching a movie. It's fun, hilarious, thought provoking, full of fantasy, emotional, silly, over the top, colourful, visually stunning etc with great performances and soundtracks.Barbie movie is everything you want to see and feel while watching a movie. It's fun, hilarious, thought provoking, full of fantasy, emotional, silly, over the top, colourful, visually stunning etc with great performances and soundtracks. Watching this movie will transfer you to a new magical world which you will enjoy every second of it also while relating to our real world situations, problems and our emotions. Barbie is a joyful ride with fun, laughter and some emotional tears. A Must Watch… Expand

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holaholaholaJul 30, 2023

the people who criticize the film are the same people who did not understand the message of this one. 9/10

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ReviewwAug 7, 2023

Lots of fun and has s good message. It did what it aimed to do which was make you laugh and share a message. The people getting upset are those who should really reflect on the movies message more

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KlorubyAug 7, 2023

É um filme surpreendente levando em consideração o fato de que foi feito pela Mattel e vem de uma franquia tão popular, porque o esperado era de que fosse feito um filme infantil. Porém, tiveram uma proposta ousada, e as piadas e críticasÉ um filme surpreendente levando em consideração o fato de que foi feito pela Mattel e vem de uma franquia tão popular, porque o esperado era de que fosse feito um filme infantil. Porém, tiveram uma proposta ousada, e as piadas e críticas sociais do filme, relacionadas ao machismo e patriarcado, principalmente, funcionaram bem com o tema e a personagem. Barbie não merece todo esse ódio que está levando e é um filme bom para refletir, também sendo ótimo para se ver com a família (acima de 12 anos) e dar boas risadas.… Expand

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Appara1tAug 9, 2023

The film is not what it might seem at first glance. The film exaggerates the problems of the modern world, which helps to understand the true essence of all these problems. Despite its pink wrapper, this movie definitely deserves your attention.

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SamolsaAug 9, 2023

Saw this movie with my wife very funny very enjoyable great themes in your face proper message that all men should watch, listen and enjoy. Understandably emotional for my wife, all women and people alike

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Maverick_2023Aug 12, 2023

Saw this film with my daughter. Our screening was packed which isn’t as common as it used to be. There were a lot of laughs to be had & some of the behaviour mocked by men resonated with me. We both enjoyed this film thoroughly.

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walkerz2Aug 14, 2023

A obra prima de Greta, suas piadas existencialista estão em seu apice, Ryan Gosling e Margot Robie estão Otimos!!

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BibichikAug 17, 2023

Barbie exceeded my expectations and more! Going into the movie I kind of already knew what would happen since I had seen some reviews with spoilers beforehand (no worries, this review will have no spoilers) but I wanted to watch it myselfBarbie exceeded my expectations and more! Going into the movie I kind of already knew what would happen since I had seen some reviews with spoilers beforehand (no worries, this review will have no spoilers) but I wanted to watch it myself before making a clear judgement. I had high hopes for the movie and it didn’t fail to deliver. The set design, costume design and music production for the movie was spectacular, and it made the dance numbers throughout the movie very enjoyable. Barbie was very funny and relatable, her character development was very well done and you could really sympathize with her struggles. Ken was also very funny and brought the most laughs out of me during the film, though he did also have some very well done character development. The other main characters such as the other Barbies, the mother and the daughter, and even Allan were a delight to see on screen, their performances were exceptionally well done. If you’ve ever played with Barbies during your childhood or if you just want to enjoy a well made and well produced movie, I highly recommend you watch this one. And if you’re on the fence about watching it, I say you should go for it, it’s a fun and entertaining experience and I think everyone should have the opportunity to see such a good movie.… Expand

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bertobellamyJul 21, 2023

Witty, funny, and bighearted. Loved the sets and the use of practical effects. Ryan Gosling is hilarious. A really good time for sure.

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drlowdonAug 6, 2023

In Barbieland women live the perfect life and can be anything they want to be, but when she finds herself in the real-world, Barbie soon learns that things are very different.

The plot doesn’t really make a lot of sense, but the movieIn Barbieland women live the perfect life and can be anything they want to be, but when she finds herself in the real-world, Barbie soon learns that things are very different.

The plot doesn’t really make a lot of sense, but the movie happily leans into the absurdity and both Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling manage to completely sell the emotional beats. It’s two hours of good fun and those complaining about it’s ‘message’ need to stop being so thin skinned.… Expand

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joyalJul 23, 2023

dazzling entertainment !A imaginative thoughtful fun film with good music and colorful visuals ! Margot Robbie gives her best as Barbie and Ryan Gosling, is rollicking ,Will Ferrell shows his excellency in comic timings !

Greta Gerwigdazzling entertainment !A imaginative thoughtful fun film with good music and colorful visuals ! Margot Robbie gives her best as Barbie and Ryan Gosling, is rollicking ,Will Ferrell shows his excellency in comic timings !

Greta Gerwig delivers another entertaining movie with a lot to smile and think at the same time !

if you love fantasy comedy film with thoughtful moments , Barbie will treat you well !… Expand

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mrc_brnAug 17, 2023

Surprisingly creative, very entertaining and funny movie, which in the process still manages to make some poignant points about gender roles in our society, capitalism and the pressures put on women to be everything to everyone all at once.Surprisingly creative, very entertaining and funny movie, which in the process still manages to make some poignant points about gender roles in our society, capitalism and the pressures put on women to be everything to everyone all at once. Having said that, Ken made the movie work. He was hilarious.… Expand

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zaratiscoolAug 13, 2023

This movie shows how steorotypes work, and how everything we see on movies, or different social network is totally pointless, if you want to weat a hat with a bird in it, wear it. Why should we measure our standards on what is right or whatThis movie shows how steorotypes work, and how everything we see on movies, or different social network is totally pointless, if you want to weat a hat with a bird in it, wear it. Why should we measure our standards on what is right or what is beatiful or what is not based on the amount of followers or "likes" certain people have... dress however you feel you should dress, be however you feel like you should be, stop reaching out for external validation, and start thinking of what things you do make you happy.
Highly recommend for you to watch it (if you are open minded) if you think society is good as it is and that boys should all be muscular and thin and girls toned and thin, then this movie is not for you, and I do not judge you, if you are happy living under those standards then by all means, live by them. This movie is about doing whatever that makes us feel good without taking into consideration what would anyone else says about it.… Expand

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LokiWhiteJul 22, 2023

The most thoroughly enjoyable movie experience I've had in a long time, laughed start to finish (and this is from a 20-something straight dude!)

Not a perfect movie, but it wasn't meant to be. Just all-round good fun.

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thunderboltwayJul 22, 2023

This movie asks women and men to laugh at themselves. I was able to. Many are not able.

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alejandro970Aug 10, 2023

What is surprising was that they brought a movie about toys to a successful conclusion; with intelligent humor and a successful message of self-search and self-acceptance, and a collection of cultural winks. One of the great surprises of this summer.

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frederik1478Aug 19, 2023

I really nice fun movie with some good commentary hist and they are and make me and my girlfriend smiled from ear to ear.

The movie set design , it's just looked really good and the actors did a phenomenal job with they were performance.I really nice fun movie with some good commentary hist and they are and make me and my girlfriend smiled from ear to ear.

The movie set design , it's just looked really good and the actors did a phenomenal job with they were performance.

Did the movie have some commentary? Oh, yes, but I can only really imagine being angry if you're that kind of man who can take a little bit of a hit to the ego once in a while, but if you can dea and stand up for yourself then it's a good movie and I will recommend it.… Expand

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BibliographerJul 28, 2023

Funny but thought-provoking intelligent entertainment. Consistently clever writing, strong performances, and Greta Gerwig’s direction is often brilliant.

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BeastJ18Jul 25, 2023

Fun. Exciting. Very lazy and simplistic in it’s themes and messaging. I was expecting more from Gerwig in exploring identity, autonomy, and the journey inward, instead of the constant meaningless patriarchy babble and the simple “life isFun. Exciting. Very lazy and simplistic in it’s themes and messaging. I was expecting more from Gerwig in exploring identity, autonomy, and the journey inward, instead of the constant meaningless patriarchy babble and the simple “life is terrible”, oh no wait, “it’s great” ponderings. The only part of the themes and exploration that landed very well was the insight into few positive but mostly negative impact of Barbie toys on women and especially young girls. Wonderfully and ecstatically formed. It was designed to be the Barbiest Barbie film that ever Barbied. Gosling and Robbie are fantastic. The real world stuff was a bit dull and saccharine and you could cut out all of the Mattel boardroom stuff as it simply wasn’t funny or smart, and added very little. But the Barbie world sequences were thrilling and joyous. Which is what a Barbie film should be. Gerwig has created a fully realised, interesting world with a unique vision and voice.… Expand

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thenakedmoleJul 24, 2023

After reading some of these reviews people get offended over anything these days. M&ms/sound of freedom/Barbies hah! Everyone relax its just a movie. Well to start I am a middle aged straight white male republican. So that should tell you aAfter reading some of these reviews people get offended over anything these days. M&ms/sound of freedom/Barbies hah! Everyone relax its just a movie. Well to start I am a middle aged straight white male republican. So that should tell you a little bit of my perspective of this film.
Fantastic funny and feels fresh! One of the best studio comedies I have seen in a long time. I feel like they just don't make great studio comedies anymore. A great parody and self de construct of the barbie toy. The jokes hit pretty well, the performances are great. I will say the end gets a little messy but overall this was great.… Expand

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badboyleleoAug 3, 2023

Eu tinha altas expectativas e Greta Gerwig não me decepcionou. Todos os filmes dela até agora eu amei. Margot EXCELENTE no papel, mas preciso dar os louros pro Ken de Ryan Gosling que foi FENOMENAL.

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sirrongJul 28, 2023

Anyone annoyed by any message in this movie should ask themselves why watching it makes them so angry. Then, they need to remind themselves that now they're angry, it's obvious the terrorists have won.

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Stream2BigScreeJul 21, 2023

Welcome back, Streamers! The most anticipated movie weekend of 2023 is here. It's Barbenheimer. If you haven't followed it, there's this ridiculous internet debate over which film will reign supreme between Greta Gerwig's Barbie andWelcome back, Streamers! The most anticipated movie weekend of 2023 is here. It's Barbenheimer. If you haven't followed it, there's this ridiculous internet debate over which film will reign supreme between Greta Gerwig's Barbie and Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer...

In this corner, coming in at 11.5 inches, it's the iconic, blonde fashion doll, Barbie.

Barbie is the first live-action film about the American icon and her place in culture. Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach wrote a screenplay, which Gerwig directs, that takes audiences into Barbieland, where we meet stereotypical Barbie (Marot Robbie) and her fellow Barbies living their perfect existences until one day stereotypical Barbie starts to think constantly about death, her feet become flat and other things are off. Barbie has to make a trek to the real world to find out why things have changed for her and to set them straight. Barbie is accompanied by Ken (Ryan Gosling), whose existence is so dependent upon Barbie that he only has a good day if Barbie looks at him. Rollerblading, hot pink singing and dancing hijinks ensue.

Overall, Barbie is a weird and wonderful movie. It is clear that a lot of thought and money went into creating this story and world inhabited by Barbie. You will be awed by the clever production design and the intense attention to detail that went into constructing Barbieland. The colors pop. There are cute animated touches throughout. Additionally, the costume design enhances each Barbie and Ken in interesting ways. You'll also notice the music throughout the film is sometimes poignant and sometimes hilarious, especially when it involves the Kens. From top to bottom, the crafts in this movie are top notch and worthy of a trip to the big screen.

The cast, especially Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, are excellent. Robbie brings sensitivity and heart to Barbie. She's thoughtful and kind while also being naive and troubled by her own existence. It is a tricky performance to pull off and Robbie is great. Ken is an iconic performance for Gosling. He pulls out all of the stops to bring Ken to life. I can't imagine another actor being as successful in this role. Gosling is a really gifted comedic actor as evidenced by this performance. I'll also note that Kate McKinnon, American Ferrar, Simu Liu, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Michael Cera and Issa Rae each have good moments as well. It's a big cast, but some of the smaller roles do get chances to shine.

The main issue is that the messaging is so heavy-handed. There is a lot to unpack about Barbie's place in society. What does she represent to women and girls? What does she represent to men? There are themes of feminism, patriarchy, and corporate greed. The film does its best to address its issues in a clever and subversive way, but it veers into becoming patronizing at times rather than funny and satirical. The performances of the actors really carry the film across the finish line despite how it handles its themes.

Ultimately, Barbie is a movie worthy of a trip to the theater. It is funny and even clever at times. The messaging of the movie gets heavy-handed and some of the subversive fun is lost in those moments. Nevertheless, Gosling and Robbie fully commit to their characters as does the large ensemble; and the production design and music are top notch. You won't be disappointed with a big box of popcorn. You decide if you want to wear hot pink like everyone else.… Expand

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SuperBob1Jul 22, 2023

Ah yes of course this movie would be review bombed here, in reality it's a great movie that is well worth watching hence the positive fan reviews on every other site.

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InShaneJul 22, 2023

"The Barbra Movie," as intellectuals such as myself will be calling this film going forward, is an all-out explosive piece of satire with a powerful cast and important lessons that certain types of people maybe NEED to hear. While Margot"The Barbra Movie," as intellectuals such as myself will be calling this film going forward, is an all-out explosive piece of satire with a powerful cast and important lessons that certain types of people maybe NEED to hear. While Margot Robbie was fantastic as Barbie, I feel like Ryan Gosling did most of the heavy lifting as Ken. Everyone else (especially Kate McKinnon) was excellent as the supporting cast and elevated the whole dynamic of the film.

The overall message of the film was not only impactful, but well executed. It didn’t feel forced, and not once did it feel like I was being preached to. A few of the jokes didn’t necessarily “land,” but most of the humor was clever and thoughtful. Some folks might feel that they’re not the “target audience” for this film but I say “fooey” and “pshaw” to that! Go and see this movie for a good time and a good laugh.

8/10, C’mon Barbies, let’s discover existentialism and have a few laughs along the way!… Expand

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MetacriticOnurJul 21, 2023

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ExceladeogunJul 31, 2023

Barbie

Dazzling, heartfelt and brilliantly funny. Comedy of the year, movie of the summer! Barbie is a beautiful blend of comedy and heart. Aided deftly by colourful visuals, Greta Gerwig tells the story of a doll coming to life, with asBarbie

Dazzling, heartfelt and brilliantly funny. Comedy of the year, movie of the summer!

Barbie is a beautiful blend of comedy and heart. Aided deftly by colourful visuals, Greta Gerwig tells the story of a doll coming to life, with as much intellect and emotion that's needed.

Barbie is unabashedly feminist, will ruffle some feathers (as it should), and will delight even more people. Themes of existentialism, individualism and masculinity are also dealt with.

Despite being a product of Mattel, Greta found a way to critique the parent company (although it's funny that the product that mocks the maker ends up raking in more money for the maker).

Margot Robbie is Barbie! She was an agreeable canvas, and she allowed Greta Gerwig to paint a very nuanced portrayal of Barbie. Ryan Gosling turns out a career-best performance in Barbie, stealing and shining in all of his scenes. The supporting cast also gives great performances.

The soundtrack was fitting, guiding the movie down to the finish line with Billie Eilish's 'What was I made for' delivering a wonderful culmination. The set design and costumes were brilliant too.

The lore of Barbie spans over six decades, so compressing it all into one movie was a definite challenge, but Greta was able to bring the most important things (including Easter eggs and fan service) to the movie.

Barbie does have its failings, and the most noticeable is the plot. The first half is very intriguing, quirky and pays homage to other movies, but the second half isn't as tight.

Barbie isn't perfect but it's a beautiful dose of everything good.

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XabossJul 28, 2023

Its good, I don't like the serious moments but the funny ones are amazing. I love woke propaganda.

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DunkaccinoJul 22, 2023

A pleasantly satisfying experience with a story that is incomparably richer and with more wisdom than your average doll adventure.

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KaioeduJul 23, 2023

O filme da Barbie em si é muito bonitinho e colorido e faz com que todos os telespectadores viajem um pouquinho na infância e relembre cada pedacinho gostoso que vivenciou. Entretanto foram abordado assuntos que não deveriam ter sidoO filme da Barbie em si é muito bonitinho e colorido e faz com que todos os telespectadores viajem um pouquinho na infância e relembre cada pedacinho gostoso que vivenciou. Entretanto foram abordado assuntos que não deveriam ter sido abordados em um filme de uma boneca do meio infantil, pois creio que de alguma forma pode acabar impactando na formação da personalidade de cada uma.… Expand

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I_like_planesJul 27, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Finished the movie and I can say this is the most surprising movie of the year. Loved the movie. Greta really did a great job in balancing the emotional scenes as well as the comedic ones. I was surprised that there were some emotional scenes in the movie but hey not only were they there but they were well done. The scene at the bus stop where Barbie looks at the old woman was just beautiful. The jokes in addition were well written and the scenes were not just filled with stupid jokes like how we saw in Thor L&T. Was great to see a movie with jokes and fun considering how all the recent movies were all action and stuff. The cast was perfect. Margot Robbie as barbie was a incredible choice (that 4th wall break about her was well done and smart), Ryan Gosling as Ken was just....perfect. He and Simu Lui killed their role. Micheal Cera as Allan was great. He wasnt used too much, or too less but the perfect amount. The plot was well a bit thin but was well executed with good pacing, however the ending scene between barbie and the founder could be cut by a min or two. In contrast the "Ken War" has to be one of the best comedic musical scenes hollywood has come out with. That was just incredible to watch in the big screen. The set was just beautiful. Well done and executed on all levels, good pacing and great jokes. Good movie however I can see some people not liking it as this may not suit for everyone. 8/10… Expand

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YoungArthurJul 21, 2023

Barbie de Greta Gerwig é surpreendente, atuações incríveis e um visual digno de Oscar

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U_J_BoldJul 26, 2023

Pretty good. Go see it. An important movie for all generations to come.

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busiekJul 27, 2023

First: THIS IS NOT A FILM FOR CHILDREN and cannot be treated as such (it should have been marked from the beginning and there would have been no problem). Second: the worst thing is that some decided to advertise the film as "feminist", whichFirst: THIS IS NOT A FILM FOR CHILDREN and cannot be treated as such (it should have been marked from the beginning and there would have been no problem). Second: the worst thing is that some decided to advertise the film as "feminist", which threw it into the middle of the ideological war... Third: if the film had come out in 2000s we would have treated it like "Pinocchio", "Bicentennial Man" or "A.I. Artificial Intelligence" (yes, there is motive of searching for own humanity and meaning) and we would laugh ourselves to tears. The film is funny, it's quite successful satire on all sorts of extremes: feminism, patriarchy, stereotypes or weird warriors for the "social cause", but with some unnecessary quirks (mocking Pregnat Barbie for example). A reflection in a distorted mirror, satire, exaggeration, playing on stereotypes... Surprise, surprise: in Barbieland there are Barbies everywhere! The world is plastic, exaggerated, just like the world of Barbie, and Ken is just an accessory - just like in the world of toys! "Real" world is exaggerated more and this part is sometimes more tiresome... And no one from the target audience will appreciate this strange (and creepy!) reference to "2001: Space odyssey" from the beginning of film, a vain effort. Once it would have been an absurdly funny comedy in pink and plastic, today it is "woke" and divisive... because everything must be like in the "real world", sad. It is a very positive film, and we too easily fall into extremes. Blockbuster that is original, imaginative and not a tenth part of a well-known brand. And gives you food for thought. PROS: Margot Robbie is perfect! Ryan Gosling as Ken steals the show! Development and transformation of these characters. Visuals, set and costume design in Barbieland. Attention to details. Cast and acting (Yes!). CONS: Sometimes too preachy and then complaining about "patriarchy" has crossed the line of cringe...… Expand

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alanpotter17Jul 31, 2023

Sem dúvidas o grande mérito de "Barbie" é ser um espetáculo visual. Os cenários da Barbielândia têm uma riqueza de detalhes dos brinquedos a que se refere que chega a ser impressionante estar num nível acima, por exemplo, do Mario Bros, aindaSem dúvidas o grande mérito de "Barbie" é ser um espetáculo visual. Os cenários da Barbielândia têm uma riqueza de detalhes dos brinquedos a que se refere que chega a ser impressionante estar num nível acima, por exemplo, do Mario Bros, ainda que este tenha sido uma animação. E para melhorar, o cenário tem a pegada visceral, ao estilo "Dogvile" mas muito mais natural, sem as interpretações robóticas e limitantes.
Por falar nisso, as interpretações estão bem à altura, especialmente da dupla principal e da Barbie estranha. O vilão achei um tanto quanto caricato, e é com ele que o texto não ajuda muito, mas Margot Robbie e Ryan Gosling estão perfeitos para o papel.
Lotada de referências do início ao fim, com um pé na reflexão feminista e na crítica direta aos modelos do patriarcado, embora o filme peque pelo excesso de didatismo e pelo que há de mais nocivo no comportamento dualista visto nas redes sociais, que privilegia o conflito ao diálogo, o final do filme ao menos tenta equilibrar o discurso.
Mas o fato é que há uma série de gags inteligentes, não apenas pelo diálogo falado, mas as próprias cenas mesmo, enquanto cinema Barbie é um grande espetáculo. Gostei muito da cena do Ken descobrindo-se "homem" no mundo real, como Greta conseguiu passar a sensação do triunfo do patriarcado com cenas reais, numa edição simples mas eficiente. É o que eu esperava ver de Hiroshima e Nagasaki no Oppenheimer de Nolan, mas que o diretor ignorou.
As soluções para ir de um mundo a outro ficaram divertidas, mágicas, mostrando que não é a pegada realista que faz do filme um grande acontecimento, ao contrário, a "Barbie" sabe do seu potencial para além da verossimilhança, ou melhor, o discurso que levanta sobre a reprodução perversa dos estereótipos femininos é mais do que suficiente para levarmos vários socos no estômago.
Inclusive eu, como homem, me vi várias vezes em algumas cenas que retratam o Ken em seu comportamento tóxico, o que serviu de uma bela lição. Imagino que muitos homens, que se dizem inclusive desconstruídos puderam ter alguma noção do quão necessário ainda se faz um discurso feminista, especialmente em tempos de hipervalorização da imagem e do comum, sem contar a força capitalista por tornar tudo um produto.
Assim, as melhores tiradas do filme sem dúvidas são as que põe a própria Mattel na roda, com pitadas de autocrítica, mesmo sabendo que, paradoxalmente, é um filme complacente ao marketing da empresa. Não à toa há um destaque aqui para a criadora da boneca, e a forma como tenta terminar o filme, negociando a sua criação como algo que, definitivamente, pode tentar conviver com o caos do mundo real, sem necessariamente contribuir para o estigma. Inocência ou mais uma jogada de marketing?
O fato é que Barbie deixa bem clara as contradições do capitalismo, dos gênros, dos discursos. Não busca a solução perfeita. Não há Barbie perfeita. Tudo são construções ideais, e estão a nível de ideias e representações do real, nunca são o real de fato. Pelo fato de ter consciência de que há um mundo real cheio de preconceitos e desafios a se vencer, o filme cresce à medida que seu nível de reflexão vai colocando a si próprio no discurso. Logo, não é um filme que se aparta de tecer críticas a si mesmo, por amis que, obviamente, tente limpar a sua barra, mas ao menos é corajoso e bom o suficiente para entregar diálogos e situações interessantes. Um roteiro que tinha tudo para derrapar, mas consegue manter a excelência e, principalmente, conversar com o grande público.
Muito justo o reconhecimento do público refletido nas bilheterias. Embora definitivamente não seja um filme para criança, é um filme necessário para a família, com elementos que certamente podem ensejar uma série de discussões interessantes.… Expand

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BlueGuyTalksAug 5, 2023

Regardless of Mattel’s plan with their merchandise in the film industry, their first crack at it is a smash hit. However, once past a Barbie doll’s quirky and enjoyable surface, Barbie pushes for feminism and masculinism for Barbies and KensRegardless of Mattel’s plan with their merchandise in the film industry, their first crack at it is a smash hit. However, once past a Barbie doll’s quirky and enjoyable surface, Barbie pushes for feminism and masculinism for Barbies and Kens alike, treating both sides respectfully and giving audiences a good laugh.

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dharma2Jul 21, 2023

The Barbie movie may not be the best blockbuster this summer but it is an eccentric, surreal breath of fresh air amongst this summer’s offerings. Essentially an indie movie with a much higher budget, the fact that Mattel would actuallyThe Barbie movie may not be the best blockbuster this summer but it is an eccentric, surreal breath of fresh air amongst this summer’s offerings. Essentially an indie movie with a much higher budget, the fact that Mattel would actually greenlight this script is a miracle by itself. Yet here it is with its sharp commentary and weird sequences, disguised as your run of the mill blockbuster. This movie, along with MI Dead Reckoning and Oppenheimer are clearly the best movies of this summer and provide us an escape from the mind numbing superheroes flicks as of late.… Expand

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SamiMacIsidorioJul 21, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Is a fun movie, thanks Greta for this. Very nostalgic and the script is very brave, despite the film being slapstick at times the tone is good.… Expand

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lxslaneyAug 27, 2023

It was a solid movie tbh. I feel like most of the bad reviews here are from people who didn't watch the movie. I guess Barbie got lumped in with all of the other woke nonsense content being pumped out by Hollywood these days. 8.5/10

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Saucce82Jul 23, 2023

Solid movie that balances being funny and being serious well, but some of the more serious scenes felt a little forced/took away from my enjoyment, not saying that the message wasn't good just that it took me out of the movie

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juliaprzzzzJul 25, 2023

i think this is obviously not for everyone (not for men). you need to have some reflection after this or it won't fully make sense. i think greta gerwig only further proved her genius.

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DarianOkunevaAug 8, 2023

Big summer funtime must see!
Pink bubbles of the compassion, seriousness, and joy. Rejoice, a spectacular spectacle masterwork.
This film delves into Barbisplanation as to why Barbie, this so specific figurine has the ideal imaginationsBig summer funtime must see!
Pink bubbles of the compassion, seriousness, and joy. Rejoice, a spectacular spectacle masterwork.

This film delves into Barbisplanation as to why Barbie, this so specific figurine has the ideal imaginations of women across every spectrum, every country is front and center. The complete humanitarian nature and playfulness is exemplified through this kitch comedy drama film.
It's not so much what Barbie looks like but the dreams of what lives can be for little girls when they grow up.
That's the greatness Barbie imbues and inspires in girls.

If males or men poo-poo this film, it only shows their inadequate understanding of girls and women and why they're on the outside, and why the fail at partnershipping females.

This film has brilliantly executed Barbie's world, lifestyle, and friends.
It's actually quite genuine ingenious and sincere to show you as it is.
All the cardboardness and hard plastic grounds why the fantasies it evokes are so poignant and real.
Everyone can play everyday without any harm.

Sure the props are poofy and fluffy,
however they do not define Barbie.
Neon yellows, peach pink to magenta pink
super convertibles and the boatiest of boats
Fur coat Ken to hobby horse Ken
Yes, it's all there.
The cherry is just that Barbie can be ordinary or and ideal.
A super extraordinary everyworldly accomplished archetype.

The director Greta Gerwig excels at storying telling with camp, parody, satire, big musical numbers, and drama. Equally firing all burners at all times.
A great opus of subtleness and condensation of Barbiessence.

And perfect casting.
Margot Robbie is just outstanding embodiment and her Barbie is pure finesse. Her core gives absolute meaning and believability to the whole film. We believe in her and root for her. Pure Aces. Just fun and wow.
Ryan Gosling unrequited hokeyness is so apropos. He makes up laugh with him, for him, at him because he is so us when we get happy, quirky, humiliated, or ignored. He's such a cut-up.

The writing dialogue by Gerwig and Noah Baumbach is served deliciously pink with no apologies.

A rainbow cornucopia of explosive and thrilling musical numbers, characters and quippy animations. Finally, it safe fun fiesta. For sure, double entendres are everywhere and you don't have to get them to just enjoy the sensationalism and sentiments. Kids will enjoy it like a circus or parade so bring them.

5/5 Barbie Worlds
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Zackery_MacGyveAug 8, 2023

Overall, I loved it! The story was well organized. It’s not what I expected from Mattel, honestly. I was kinda expecting a kiddy story, where Ken makes Barbie fall in love with him, and they live happily ever after like Barbie Movies, towardsOverall, I loved it! The story was well organized. It’s not what I expected from Mattel, honestly. I was kinda expecting a kiddy story, where Ken makes Barbie fall in love with him, and they live happily ever after like Barbie Movies, towards the first few scenes. But as it processes, you realize it’s a story about self discovery and self love. At least on Ken’s side.… Expand

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Koby64Aug 8, 2023

The Barbie movie was amazing. It's exactly the modern feminist manifesto we needed as a society right now, and was simultaneously the longest marketing ad for Mattel ever LOL I loved this movie, I cried multiple times. This movie feels likeThe Barbie movie was amazing. It's exactly the modern feminist manifesto we needed as a society right now, and was simultaneously the longest marketing ad for Mattel ever LOL I loved this movie, I cried multiple times. This movie feels like it was made out of pure love for women. Many parts of the film were like watching a celebration of female joy. It had a smart and necessary analysis into Barbie's role as a cultural icon and the effects she has had on girls self esteem, body image, etc. Ken played a very important role. He was essentially an incel who ultimately redeemed himself by rejecting the patriarchy and becoming a whole person (a whole Ken if you will LOL). He realized he could only be happy and become whole by rejecting his own toxic masculine ideals and accepting that he can be whoever he truly wants to be without the patriarchy. This movie has a lot of deeper meaning that was barely touched upon, but nonetheless welcomes further discussion about how both women and men are oppressed by a patriarchal society.… Expand

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Linwood_CormierAug 8, 2023

this movie might just be the first one I've ever seen that tackles women's rights with a direct attack on all the cliche IM THE MAN sorta stuff. Anything revolting against the "status quo" of "WOMEN MUST BE PUT DOWN" will get unecessarythis movie might just be the first one I've ever seen that tackles women's rights with a direct attack on all the cliche IM THE MAN sorta stuff. Anything revolting against the "status quo" of "WOMEN MUST BE PUT DOWN" will get unecessary hatred especially on a platform that does not need proof you went to see the movie, anyone can write a review which leaves room for misogynistic men to try to assume control over the situation by writing bad reviews and making the movie seem like a flop! Its really not, its amazing, the acting, the HUMOR, the story, and the content! Its a literal and full masterpiece! The humor was abundent all throughout the movie, the ending I still cannot get over, it tackled and adressed some very serious problems about society, and it left me feeling absolutely inspired to support women and to do my part in making the world a better place for each other! The theatre experience was even more amazing! Everyone decked out in pink, the theatre constantly roaring with laughter, it felt like a real family, bonding over trauma the world that's been taken over by man has given women. I seriously recommend watching it ESPECIALLY for men. I'm sure very little will go see this movie (even though we did see a ton of men at the theatre watching it), some men are just too self absorbed to care if women are suffering, being abused, or just plain harassed so Ill doubt they'll consider this movie as a MUST, but maybe, just maybe they'll walk away being a little bit more empathetic to women. Or take it as unreasonable complaining LIKE IT WAS ADRESSED IN THE MOVIE. "You have to love being a mother, but you can't talk about your kids all the time or that's bragging, you have to suffer in silence because if you speak out it'll be considered complaining" not sure if this is the exact quote or not, but you will hear something similar in the climax of the film with a ton of other sad truths of what its like. So to everyone who watched this movie, and to everyone planning to go watch it, lets fight back on our own front, write reviews! Explain what it was actually like to see the movie and lets raise these reviews! This is one movie worth watching.… Expand

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TuomasLouhisaloJul 24, 2023

Barbie is a fun and entertaining movie with great performances from Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling, but it also is an inspirational piece of media for people of all ages.

Positives: Directing Acting Writing Visuals Set pieces HumorBarbie is a fun and entertaining movie with great performances from Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling, but it also is an inspirational piece of media for people of all ages.

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Directing
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Apart from the Billie Eilish and Dua Lipa songs, the majority of the soundtrack doesn't fit the movie.… Expand

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teazlunoxAug 1, 2023

"2 front row IMAX tickets for the BARBIE movie" please. bu ryan gosling aynı ben yahu

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SomeoneRandom18Jul 24, 2023

This was probably one of my favorite movies of 2023. Definitely a must-watch.

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TomBombiJul 26, 2023

Hilarious, poignant and expertly crafted. It's no small feat that they've pulled together such a perfect tribute and deconstruction of the icon and societal force that is Barbie. Took a few points off for some meandering or what I thoughtHilarious, poignant and expertly crafted. It's no small feat that they've pulled together such a perfect tribute and deconstruction of the icon and societal force that is Barbie. Took a few points off for some meandering or what I thought meaningless or useless story elements, but in terms of pure enjoyment factor, this movie is an unabashed 10/10 I would recommend to literally everyone I know. Margot Robbie is perfect, and Ryan Gosling is even better... absolutely steals the show as Ken… Expand

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Josiane_LefflerAug 8, 2023

I had extremely high expectations for this movie and it somehow exceeded them still. This movie was fun and paid great homage to both those who love Barbie and those who don't. My husband - who could care less about Barbie and had to beI had extremely high expectations for this movie and it somehow exceeded them still. This movie was fun and paid great homage to both those who love Barbie and those who don't. My husband - who could care less about Barbie and had to be dragged to the theater - left talking about how much he enjoyed the movie and even said he would go see it again in theaters. We were laughing so much. The humor was perfect for adults but without being inappropriate for kids. Even the songs were so funny! The first song is just hilarious if you listen to the lyrics. The costumes were amazing. The dance scenes were fun. The Ken storyline was HILARIOUS. Ryan Gosling and Simu Liu were just fantastic and Michael Cera as Allan was so good!!

I've seen people online mad that they were making fun of the patriarchy and I feel like if you feel attacked by the movie, you're probably part of the problem. My husband had no problem with the lighthearted jests they made towards men, even saying he felt like he was guilty of some of them (like trying to always help me with sports).

The theme was pro-women without being too overly feminist. It was about appreciating the beauty with being a woman, ALL aspects of being a woman including the beauty of aging, finding our power, and even learning that it's okay to be an average woman (you don't have to be Presidents or physicists to be a powerful woman). I think it's such an important message that leaves you feeling proud to be a woman.

Overall, this movie is so fun and perfect for summer. Go watch it again and again for some fun.… Expand

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UlisesklingAug 8, 2023

This is hands-down, one of the greatest films for 2023. I literally have never felt so much joy after seeing the Barbie movie with Margot Robbie, Ryan, gosling, Helen, Mirren, etc..

No spoilers review This film literally has everything aThis is hands-down, one of the greatest films for 2023. I literally have never felt so much joy after seeing the Barbie movie with Margot Robbie, Ryan, gosling, Helen, Mirren, etc..

No spoilers review This film literally has everything a Barbie fan could ask for it has references to the dolls hi Barbie hi Ken The vibes they put in the world of Barbie land are extremely well-made, impressive, musical numbers, amazing acting, and a very good lesson it brings at the end for accepting. What do you want to do in your life being your own you and accepting for growing up

Trust me when I mean by the movie big super incredible I really freaking me out. Trust me go watch the Barbie movie and you’ll experience yourself and you will be amazed and appreciate market Robbie and Ryan gosling‘s acting performances as the iconic duo

And we can say one thing about the movie and it’s come on viewers let’s go party come on Barbie let’s go party… Expand

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WaltvenezzjrAug 2, 2023

It was decent wont say it sucks or its one of the best. Still its a very fun movie to enjoy and watch

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AdasixsixAug 8, 2023

It’s a kids movie, kinda like the Lego movie, but PG-13. It was so fun, and I am glad I took my nieces and nephew (high schoolers) to see it with me. Touched on so many current events / problems, it had me laughing and cringing at the sameIt’s a kids movie, kinda like the Lego movie, but PG-13. It was so fun, and I am glad I took my nieces and nephew (high schoolers) to see it with me. Touched on so many current events / problems, it had me laughing and cringing at the same time. I hope you go see it with an open mind, and the role reversal portrayed is fairly on point. Go have a laugh!… Expand

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MinervaMcGyveAug 8, 2023

Super creative, intelligent, funny, poignant, well made and entertaining! Must watch! Take a now Greta Gerwig! Cerebral enough to please those looking for meaning, entertaining enough for those who just want to have fun. Margot Robbie andSuper creative, intelligent, funny, poignant, well made and entertaining! Must watch! Take a now Greta Gerwig! Cerebral enough to please those looking for meaning, entertaining enough for those who just want to have fun. Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling are excellent, as is the rest of the brilliant ensemble cast! Don’t miss it on the big screen!… Expand

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Rosanna3Aug 8, 2023

This movie was such a delight to watch!! The actors did a wonderful job, it was self aware in just the right way (it didnt subtract from the overall viewing experience, and even my boyfriend got a lot of laughs out of the movie!) itsThis movie was such a delight to watch!! The actors did a wonderful job, it was self aware in just the right way (it didnt subtract from the overall viewing experience, and even my boyfriend got a lot of laughs out of the movie!) its absurdist and silly and fun AND does contain good messages!… Expand

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LuisTop23Jul 31, 2023

Um filme bom engracado e com personagens extremamente carismáticos mas acho que o mundo da barbie land possa ser ate um pouco de mais generico, e sendo que a direção da Greta Gerwig foi perfeita para esse filme.

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ickrayAug 21, 2023

It was a delight in every way. If you think there was too much going on about the patriarchy, then the movie was not made for you.

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SouzaBrenoSep 8, 2023

Barbie is at its core a coming-of-age adventure with sharp sarcasm and a plot that involves questions within a film that is much more than it appears to be.
Greta and Noah delivered a self-aware text from the start. It's well written andBarbie is at its core a coming-of-age adventure with sharp sarcasm and a plot that involves questions within a film that is much more than it appears to be.
Greta and Noah delivered a self-aware text from the start. It's well written and sarcastic with moments of superficiality (on purpose), a lot of humor, innocence and also of course, drama. The film's reviews, despite being expository and often redundant, are not boring or overwhelming, on the contrary, they are made with a lightness and humor to the extent leaving the viewer entertained, light and at the same time reflective on the issues exposed. But I must say that the script exaggerates in some ways and some things have no explanation, but they are points that do not disturb the show.
Although the film has a lot of characters, only 3 have real narrative importance. Some supporting characters are interesting but there are a lot of characters left in the plot that would not be needed in the film, in addition some of them have bumbling level arcs. Among all, the highlights are Barbie and Ken. The change in personality, the maturation and the change in perception that both have with themselves and the world is remarkable and well constructed. Margot and Ryan managed to really be the characters and what we think of them.
Technically the film is magnificent. The worldbuilding of Barbieland in particular is perfect, no more and no less. The photography is exaggerated and artistic. The production design is sensational and deliberately plasticized and caricatured, matching the aura of that world. Another positive point are the costumes, which, like the production design, are colorful, extravagant and beautiful. The soundtrack is sensational and all the musical scenes are done with an absurd execution of choreography.
Barbie is a feminist film yes. But also necessary, funny, creative, smart and exciting, and who knows how to mock his own brand while questioning his place in the world and the world itself.… Expand

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Glic2003Jul 26, 2023

Funny and very faithful to its source material! Reminded me a bit of The LEGO Movie.

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tontoSep 3, 2023

Barbie, Greta Gerwig's live action depiction of the Barbie lore, stars Margot Robbie as "conventional" Barbie and Ryan Gosling as "conventional" Ken. I found the film interesting as it starts out in a fictitious Barbieland, where all theBarbie, Greta Gerwig's live action depiction of the Barbie lore, stars Margot Robbie as "conventional" Barbie and Ryan Gosling as "conventional" Ken. I found the film interesting as it starts out in a fictitious Barbieland, where all the different Barbie characters reside, and live perfect idyllic lives free from any stress or anxiety, well maybe with the exception of Ken who is a total simp, only happy when Barbie notices him. Barbie begins to have an existential crisis because it turns out her owner in the real world is not happy and this affects Barbie. She begins to have lingering thoughts of death, things in her playhouse quit working, and she begins to develop a little cellulite. She visits "weird" Barbie who is an expert on these dilemmas and is told she has to go to the real world to unite with her owner and make her happy again to prevent the crisis. From here the movie becomes kind of like a fish out of water adventure with Ken and Barbie in the real world. Ken learns about the patriarchy in the real world but can't take advantage of it because he has no real-world skills so he takes the patriarchy back to Barbieland. Barbie finds the teenage girl she thinks was playing with her, however, her owner actually turns out to be the teenage girl's mother. There is some good social commentary in these scenes in the real world on gender issues and consumerism; much of the criticism of consumerism promulgated by Barbie was delivered by the teenage girl and is meant to be overly harsh and rabidly left-wing. Will Ferrel plays the CEO of Nuttel who is in pursuit of Barbie to put her back in her box. It's a typical Will Ferrel performance, though his dialogue wasn't that great. In Barbieland, conventional Ken takes over and makes it an actual patriarchy with the Barbies being subservient to the Kens and brainwashed into being satisfied with their downgrade. Barbie ends up going back to Barbieland to rescue it from Ken and restore the matriarchy alongside the human woman and her teenage daughter. In the end, Ken learns to be satisfied with who he truly is and becomes less dependent on Barbie. The Kens in general are given marginally more influence in Barbieland, though the movie makes a facetious note that they would only end up getting as much power as what women have in the real world. Stereotypical Barbie ends up going back to the real world and becomes a real woman. Overall, the movie is very silly for the most part until the end when it becomes a little sappy. It's very entertaining though and always keeps your attention. Was it preachy? Maybe a little, after all I'd heard about the movie I was expecting it to be, but really the social commentary is part of what made the movie interesting.… Expand

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GameloreJul 25, 2023

Like the edgy, deeper first movie to a crappy sell-out series of films. Movie was overtly, passively-aggressively (do these cancel each other out?) "political." It made me realize how embedded some people are in their meatbodies. There mustLike the edgy, deeper first movie to a crappy sell-out series of films. Movie was overtly, passively-aggressively (do these cancel each other out?) "political." It made me realize how embedded some people are in their meatbodies. There must be something that happens to make some females (and males) draw strong gender lines. As someone neutral on the issue, I found it to be educational about the state of consciousness is to a large number of people. Glorious dance battle and "beach off". Liberal amount of 4th wall breaking. Maybe the film will leave a viewer ultimately feeling like "gender" is all a bunch of **** as the main human said, patriarchy and Barbie were invented because tough **** happens, and it feels good to have a excuses or outlets; but it probably won't.… Expand

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raymond0229Aug 16, 2023

a fun-to-watch film with some deep messages, hope the messages can be delivered more clearly.

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zmgalen2000Jul 21, 2023

Barbie has excellent creative vision, set design, costuming, and actor performances. It’s definitely a good time with lots of laughs, regardless of your stance on the doll. Where it falls a BIT short is that it tries to pack a LOT into underBarbie has excellent creative vision, set design, costuming, and actor performances. It’s definitely a good time with lots of laughs, regardless of your stance on the doll. Where it falls a BIT short is that it tries to pack a LOT into under two hours, leading to some messages not hitting as hard as they could and some plot points that just don’t make sense or add up.

Plus some of the non-principle characters/scenes feel a bit monotone compared to their technicolor world, and the film relies a bit upon overused tropes to drive its humor. There were many moments where I kept telling myself that the joke I was hearing felt familiar, but perhaps that is because the marketing team practically left nothing to be surprised by at the movie’s release.

Overall, if you have even remote interest, see it! But if the trailers didn’t do it for you, the movie doesn’t have a whole lot more to offer.… Expand

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alankkJul 22, 2023

Barbie is above-average confection entertainment, and if it freaks you out so badly, seek professional help.

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chumpwithnonameSep 8, 2023

Good movie with a pretty basic idea: you have to live your own life and not be someone else for somebody else.

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jvivasJul 22, 2023

Honestly, the film had it all: great production design, great clothing and awesome actors and obviously good comedy. But in the last third pard of the film, it goes down and wasted it all.

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MAFIAxMaverickAug 28, 2023

6/10 plot. 10/10 message. Really a great movie. I thought the plot was fairly weak, but the movie was always more about the message than the actual story IMO. Actor's played their roles amazingly and the character interactions were top tier.6/10 plot. 10/10 message. Really a great movie. I thought the plot was fairly weak, but the movie was always more about the message than the actual story IMO. Actor's played their roles amazingly and the character interactions were top tier. I though the "weird Barbie" portrayal was spot on as my wife pointed out "we all had that Barbie we played with too much". Thought America Ferrera's performance was the best of the bunch.… Expand

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sachineldhoJul 21, 2023

A well-crafted satire on patriarchy that delivers its message loud and clear, but fails to tell a story

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viniciussawateJul 23, 2023

Barbie talks about choices and changes. In the hands of Greta Gerwig, the typical behavior of dolls and dolls, via imagination, takes on a critical form and points to many paths, visiting metalanguage, political-social relations, patriarchyBarbie talks about choices and changes. In the hands of Greta Gerwig, the typical behavior of dolls and dolls, via imagination, takes on a critical form and points to many paths, visiting metalanguage, political-social relations, patriarchy and feminism, feelings (including the arrogant and insensitive posture of Barbie in front of Ken; as well as the sick transition of the doll in front of his girlfriend), such as existential crises or the acceptance of one's own social and gender condition. The work fulfilled the promise that we would have a product different from what one could imagine from a live-action Barbie. It is the assumed use of passive artificiality to show the contradictions, the suggestions of progress and the possibilities of a Universe with the face of the 1950s that no one ever had the courage to show what it really was, in all its nuances and possibilities of transformation. Until now.… Expand

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egoBorderAug 3, 2023

It's a big mess, but it has some tall peaks and is ultimately harmless fun. Unfortunately the movie at times seems to be aiming much, much higher. But pretentiousness aside, it's entertaining enough (especially Gosling)

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GLADIADORJul 23, 2023

Com mensagens importantes e poucos momentos divertidos. Barbie entretem, apesar das maiorias da piadas não funcionarem comigo, mas vale pela mensagem

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AncientAmberSep 6, 2023

I was expecting to like this movie a bit more than I did. I was a little worried about finding the preachiness annoying, but in fact it was just boring by the end. Had the politics of the film been interesting, that may have been better, butI was expecting to like this movie a bit more than I did. I was a little worried about finding the preachiness annoying, but in fact it was just boring by the end. Had the politics of the film been interesting, that may have been better, but it's just everyday milquetoast feminism. This problem is compounded by an occasional streak of sentimentality. I guess I wanted more of an edge, but of course the film has to be kid-friendly as well so it's understandable. I don't know if the film is aware that the "real" patriarchal world is just as artificial as the barbie world, and that this kinda defeats the point of the movie. Or maybe the artifice is part of the point? I couldn't tell. On a comedic level, it's brilliant. Ryan Gosling was as good as everyone says, but many characters also have their moments. Margot Robbie is practically perfect.

Music plays a big role in the film. I hate musicals, but I didn't mind most of the songs here so count that as a positive.

I could have done without the whole mother-daughter thing. I get that it's needed to move the plot (which is itself almost superfluous) along. I just didn't find the daughter character remotely interesting and the actress wasn't great.3… Expand

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FelpsGPAug 9, 2023

The movie is fun and entertaining. It takes a swing at sexism and patriarchy in a funny yet relevant way.
The plot could have been a little better, but what's really going to hook you is the visuals and the humor. Casting and characters areThe movie is fun and entertaining. It takes a swing at sexism and patriarchy in a funny yet relevant way.
The plot could have been a little better, but what's really going to hook you is the visuals and the humor. Casting and characters are great, Margot Robbie really delivers a convincing Barbie and Ryan Gosling actually brings life to a Ken that was never relevant before.
The scenarios, sets, atmosphere, colors and visual effects are all amazing. Also, kudos for the soundtrack, it's really incredible.… Expand

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tellmikeyyJul 29, 2023

Better than what I thought it was going to be. Gosling carries the movie imo. But a feel good message at the end had me actually feeling some emotion as well.

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ND-BringerJul 26, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Having watched all the animated movies, I thought I'd take the time to see the theatrical release of Barbie's first live action film. And I've got to say, I really like the new direction they are taking with this franchise. While I usually have fun mocking the cheesiness of the old films, this was an entry I could actually take seriously for a change...for the most part. It's one of those situations where an average comedy is attached to a really powerful message. Barbie, played by Margot Robbie, has started to think about death for the first time in her life, and wonders why her feet are becoming more realistic. Weird Barbie tells her that she is responsible for making a doll owner upset. And she needs to head to the real world in order to figure out what went wrong. This is a trope I've seen before in plenty of other live action remakes of other nostalgic pop culture and I'm really glad it's not the focus of this film. Sure there are some boring human characters here and there. But fortunately, the focus of this film is never forgotten. And that focus is, taking a closer look into Barbie's signature message, "You can be anything".

Later in the film Barbie learns that she is responsible for stereotyping while attempting to empower women, and doubts herself. Wondering if she has caused more harm than good to girls across the globe. It's a message I've heard before and it's usually fixed by reinventing the character, similar to how Super Girl was seen in the past and how she is seen now in media. I was hoping they could perhaps explore that message a little more delicately than just having a group of angry teenagers shove it down our throats. But it's not the leading message of the film, so I say just save it for a sequel. As for the leading message of this film, it's realized in the third act where Ken has taken over Barbie Land, brainwashing all the dolls, and poisoning the land with stereotypical masculinity...and horses. I'll admit that second addition I'll admit is pretty funny. So it's up to Barbie and the forgettable mother and daughter pair to save everyone. Ken really works well as an antagonist, because his motivation is tied in with his lack of identity. But he takes a poor direction, taking away all the rights of the female dolls and only giving new rights to the male dolls. But after he is defeated he breaks down and learns from Barbie that he should figure how who "he is". Write his own definition. The great thing about this message is that, it's a reminder to the boys, men, and even those struggling with identity that they can choose how to live their life. Not with tradition, but rather with choice. It's okay for boys to like feminine things. It's okay for men to wear dresses if they want feel pretty. It's more than acceptable to do things women enjoy and vice versa. What matters is what you do explores a new meaning of freedom and feeling whole. And in a day an age where there are still millions of people that have yet to understand this message of being whoever you want. I say more power should go to films like this.

While the film isn't perfect, with its hit and miss comedy, its occasional lengthy exposition, a bit two much fourth wall breaking, and its forgettable human characters. The effects with how the dolls move and the messages are quite impressive. It may not be a masterpiece, but what this movie leaves its viewers with will be refreshing to look back on in the passing years. You can be anything...and you can inspire others to do the same.… Expand

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royalguy07Jul 21, 2023

Vibrant and funny for the most part, Gosling is hitting on every level here and Robbie is great as well. The Will Ferrell stuff was well performed but a major ??

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DeralacSep 6, 2023

I thought Barbie was an ok movie, especially by recent standards. It was a whimsical, borderline funny movie that presented both femininity and masculinity in both toxic and healthy versions. Part of the movie that isn’t brought up much isI thought Barbie was an ok movie, especially by recent standards. It was a whimsical, borderline funny movie that presented both femininity and masculinity in both toxic and healthy versions. Part of the movie that isn’t brought up much is that during the first few minutes, Barbie World, which is completely matriarchal, is shallow and plastic. Life in Barbie World is boring. Which is why after Ken brings the patriarchy from the real world almost everyone is on board. It’s different and fun. Then when Barbie returns, Barbie and a couple of others use deception and manipulation to win back power. Just like some aspects (some, not all) of the patriarchy, deception and manipulation are evil too. Then after Barbie finally sees Ken’s dilemma, instead of only focusing on herself, she supports him. It’s Barbie and its Ken. The message of the movie is not down with the patriarchy, nor is it anti matriarchy. The message of the movie is life is hard, with ups and downs and then you die, so we should support each other. Just like how some women see sexism everywhere or how some nonwhites see racism everywhere; I think the prevalence of anti-male propaganda in modern “entertainment” has led some people to see male bashing everywhere. I think this movie was balanced in its fault finding and the core message was to support each other.… Expand

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davxzitoAug 2, 2023

I loved the idea of the movie and how it worked. It was not one of my favorites for sure, but I was excited while watching it. It was good, but could be better articulated. XOXO

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zNeverSleepJul 30, 2023

Not going to lie, I laugh considerably.

Watching it was fun 'cause I was curious to know how they would approach this world. Barbieland nails it with great visual identity, the cast was amazing and the plot serves to the point they wanted toNot going to lie, I laugh considerably.

Watching it was fun 'cause I was curious to know how they would approach this world. Barbieland nails it with great visual identity, the cast was amazing and the plot serves to the point they wanted to make. Now, about the points...

I felt provoked sometimes in this movie and I consider it good, since questioning yourself is healthy sometimes. Some points were understandable and fun. Unpredictables and predictables. A little of everything, but most positive. My problem with this movie is how coarse it is about telling us its message. There is no problem about being a feminist drive movie, but when the director tells us about it openly (in an interview), saying "It most certainly is a feminist film" and the script throws his messages at us with huge exposure, that make the art itself one-dimensional.

I love to interpret scenes, characters, and the plot as a whole. But when the start point is already painted, It feels more like a lecture than anything else. There is no point in rewatching it when the point is as explicit as it is. I understand that's the director's objective, but I have the right to dislike it the way it is.

Fortunately, the movie is fun anyway. Margot Robbie is amazing, but not gonna lie, Ryan Gosling stole the thunder when he is in. The battle on the beach was the best moment, Alan is crazy and some takes are good anyway.… Expand

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KabbawayAug 15, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A fine movie which serves as an introduction to various political concepts from a feminine lens. The physical sets and costumes/hair/makeup deserve praise for how excellently designed and constructed they are. They give the movie a more nostaglic and immersive vibe, and are a welcome breath of fresh air in this time of over-utilised CGI. The music was good and usually well placed, and the dance performances were elaborate and energetic.

Unfortunately, the heavy involvement of Mattel holds this movie back from completely committing to its own moral messages. Details such as them stealing the idea of Barbie from a German adult doll and buying the business out to prevent them from suing and the ongoing exploitation of workers in their overseas factories (the majority of which are women and children) are conveniently glossed over in favour of romanticising the multibillion dollar corporation as simply the creators behind Barbie. Depicting the higher-ups at Mattel as bumbling himbos whose biggest crime is a few hamfisted, ignorant remarks undermines the dangerous nuances of more covert forms of bigotry. The overall message that women (or any marginalised group) can gain equality just by voicing their suffering in a slightly more assertive manner is sadly a tried-and-failed tactic in the real world - respectability politics is futile victim-blaming because the people in power aren't looking to change their minds - they will keep moving the goalposts until a direct threat to their money and/or power is posed, to which they will do the bare minimum to mitigate it while waiting to creep the status quo back in. The teenaged Sasha, while well played by Ariana Greenblatt, felt like an unnecessary edition to the movie. Her main plot purpose is to be a red herring for the source of Barbie's intrusive thoughts and cellulite, and after the reveal that it was actually her mother Gloria behind this her relevance and transformative contribution to the story is minimal. Almost serving as a caricature of progressive Gen Z'ers, most of Sasha's criticisms of Barbie in her most significant scene are valid - the Barbie BRAND is attributed to poor self-esteem for women, girls and fem people, and is entirely built around excessive and obsessive consumerism at the expense of its workers and the environment. The fundamental problem is that she blames Barbie herself for these issues, narratively and thematically shifting the blame away from Mattel as a corporation (the nonsensical depiction of the higher-ups also serves to deflect accountability on their part) and dismissing her jaded criticism as a character flaw that must be overcome by the end of the movie. The criticisms themselves remain unaddressed, because that would require Mattel taking accountability and acknowledging their less palatable faults (especially current/ongoing ones), and a product endorsed by them isn't going to call them out too hard for obvious reasons.

I understand that she was most likely made to appeal to a younger audience, but I believe that her story should have been put into Gloria's instead - a girl who had fun playing with Barbie dolls as a kid, grew jaded as a teen after learning of all the negative effects of the brand, and then went on to work for Mattel to try and implement real change while indulging in Barbie as a form of nostalgic escapism as an adult. There was a lot of potential for a well-rounded Gloria who was more than an exceptionalist that repeats the protests of countless women before her yet is the one that makes systemic change happen. Incorporating Sasha's cynicism into Gloria would've made her feminism more realistic and practical in my opinion. In saying that, the toxic masculinity plotline was done surprisingly well. Despite rushing Ken's radicalisation, which could have had a bit more time and nuance dedicated to it, the fallout and resolution made up for it (that ballad was really fun and expressive). Despite what some vocal commentators claim, this movie is FAR from anti-men; in my opinion, some of the best parts of the movie are of the men learning to embrace themselves and each other without forcing their entire identities to revolve around anger, domination and co-dependence on women. It shows that toxic traits is a LEARNED concept not an inherent part of manhood/masculinity, and shows that men are likely to be happier when they're not being subjected to such impossible expectations. Overall, it's a good movie for those who are new to certain progressive political discussions, but for those further along the leftist spectrum it probably won't offer much and might in fact be too diluted or centrist for your liking. Regardless, it's a step in the right direction for mainstream media, and the over-the-top shenanigans and fun atmosphere alone make this movie worth watching at least once.… Expand

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marick333Aug 1, 2023

Barbie breaks stereotypes with a compelling plot and a fantastic cast, appealing to all audiences beyond the feminine stereotype. Enjoyable for everyone!

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BagelTCGJul 25, 2023

Solid movie with a few weak scenes and a misplaced ending, would recommend it for at least 1 watch

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ChrisNortonAug 18, 2023

A movie that presents a very challenging undertaking taking on the Barbie franchise with incredible originality. A film that should be lauded for its ambition, creativity, and virtuous commentary. The acting is fantastic and Margot Robbie andA movie that presents a very challenging undertaking taking on the Barbie franchise with incredible originality. A film that should be lauded for its ambition, creativity, and virtuous commentary. The acting is fantastic and Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling feel like the only actors that could play Barbie and Ken and they more than excel at it. It feels as though Mattel partnered with Greta Gerwig and the movies production team to help make themselves the butt of the joke and also help make one of the most powerful (if not most powerful) statement for women and young girls in our modern world. The movie suffers at times with story and structure but the dialogue, acting and visual design are top notch with so much comedic poignancy to keep you entertained throughout.

Top Genres - Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance Fiction/Nonfiction - Fiction Runtime - 1:54

Genre(s) rating -Adventure - 7 -Comedy - 8 -Fantasy - 8 -Romance - 5

Genre Average Score: 7 Directing: 7 Cinematography/lighting: 7 Story/Narrative: 6 Structure: 5 Dialogue: 9 Score(music): 7 Editing: 7 Acting: 8 Characterization: 9 Mise en Scène/Visual Design: 9 Visual Effects: 7 Costumes/Makeup: 8 Lasting Impact: 6 Originality: 10

Overall: 7.47

Setting, Conflict, Character, Dialogue, Theme, Plot, and Climax: B

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Marty_McFly_AMJul 24, 2023

“Barbie” is the first live-action feature film after numerous computer-animated and television films.
After a shrewd promotional, marketing and commercial campaign that has raised expectations, expectations and a real Barbie-Mania, the latest“Barbie” is the first live-action feature film after numerous computer-animated and television films.
After a shrewd promotional, marketing and commercial campaign that has raised expectations, expectations and a real Barbie-Mania, the latest film directed by Greta Gerwig ("Lady Bird" and "Little Women") is finally arriving in cinemas, based on the famous fashion doll line of the same name born from the mind of Ruth Hendler and marketed by Mattel since 1959.
“Barbie”, scripted with acumen and wit by the director together with her partner Noah Baumbach, is an ambitious film in which the homage to the most iconic doll of all time, is not only strengthened by an elegant aesthetic and a surrealist heart imbued with rich and cultured quotations and cinephile references, but also becomes an opportunity to reflect on what it means to be a woman today, as well as on the daily difficulties and struggles that this brings with it.
The work is not only celebratory, but it is also a mix of criticism (see the jabs at Hollywood, at Mattel – here in the figure of the CEO played by Will Ferrell, at all human contradictions) and social satire (the controversial standards of perfection and beauty associated with Barbie), as well as a cinema that speaks of female empowerment directly from the sensitive voices of Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig.
In this brilliant, eccentric and imaginative film, the world's most famous doll experiences her personal growth, the transition from a utopian world to a real one, and essentially her evolution into becoming a human being and a woman.
The protagonist experiences the value of women on herself and conveys the impossibility of aesthetic perfection (and not only); and above all she affirms a strong sense of humanism that must be respected and carried forward. There can be no awareness, maturity and rebirth without (having first experienced) suffering and pain.
The film is enjoyable, funny but also unequal. It alternates very successful moments with less resolved ones.
Its most effective strengths are the irony, the pastel-colored photography, the softly pink scenography of Barbieland, the costumes, the convincing interpretations of the whole cast, the well-choreographed musical sequences between songs and ballets (there is also Dua Lipa – her hit “Dance the Night”), the soundtrack composed by Alexandre Desplat, some dazzling ideas of the enthralling screenplay (above all the incipit reminiscent of the monolith of “2001: A Space Odyssey"). Among the weaknesses, an excessive weight given both to the "subversive" aspect towards what the plastic Barbie doll has always depicted and represented (the ideal of the female body unachievable by consumerist and anarcho-capitalist behavior), and towards a specific didactic ambition which, if they could work to affirm the educational intent of the film, on the other hand greatly hinder the narrative fluidity, a greater inventiveness profuse in it, and ultimately the emotional charge.
Despite this basic non-balance and despite a mixture of genres, tones and registers that are not very cohesive with each other, the film is stratified and hides much more than what it shows.
In this sense, the concepts of existentialism and individualism are appreciable, which in some way have been argued and treated in the intertwining of events and characters: both Barbie and Ken undertake similar paths that will lead them to self-awareness, after having ventured into the real world and having discovered that it is a repressive patriarchal society, divergent from the matriarchal utopia of Barbieland; a real world in sharp contrast with a person's autonomy of thought, with respect for the other in his differences from us, and with the idea of what makes us human. Therefore, thinking of yourself as a self-determining individual makes you question the conditioning norms and expectations of society.
Furthermore, the script, directing style and staging also move in a functional way to the main ideological discourse that underlies the entire work (that simply being oneself which is already enough; or that fact that every girl is free to transform her Barbie fashion doll into something alternative to the blonde and elegant icon originally designed by Mattel), but despite this all along the way, they remain a little too much prisoner of these valid "messages" and of their own intellectual nature, leaving the ways in which the issues mentioned were dealt with were ordered and disorganized, as well as their insights were a bit incomplete and incomplete (especially in the central act and in the epilogue).
Net of this, net of renunciations and limits (also generated by the desire to speak to every generation), the film remains an entertaining, intelligent and humanistic entertainment that can be appreciated both in its visual-sound dimension, very accurate and refined, and in its more socially/existential "educational" one... Score: 6 / 7 out of 10… Expand

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ElliottHeutelJul 21, 2023

This movie has some very high highs and pretty low lows. The (comedic) writing is great...and that's about it. The message, while good, is generic and didn't have to be basically shoved down your throat with a monologue. Some characters justThis movie has some very high highs and pretty low lows. The (comedic) writing is great...and that's about it. The message, while good, is generic and didn't have to be basically shoved down your throat with a monologue. Some characters just have no point existing, and the "resolution" is just the conflict in a trench coat. Really funny movie with a confusing narrative and a preachy moral.… Expand

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DjKajavJul 23, 2023

Una película que aunque es muy buena, no es perfecta pues se pierde dentro de sus conceptos. 50% feminista, 40% machista y sin punto de conciliación. Esto combinado con excelentes actuaciones principales. Si bien es cierto que este tipo deUna película que aunque es muy buena, no es perfecta pues se pierde dentro de sus conceptos. 50% feminista, 40% machista y sin punto de conciliación. Esto combinado con excelentes actuaciones principales. Si bien es cierto que este tipo de choque sucede cuando te metes en estos temas sensibles.… Expand

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wdadJul 21, 2023

It's a good film, the message in this film is conveyed well, but I was expecting more. This film is not even funny to me even though it is visually very good.

There is one flaw in this film for me personally, I don't like the ending

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AlonsoEnCineJul 22, 2023

First of all, this is a highly completed work, the actors are faithful to the characters, and the rhythm completely obeys the expression. In this regard, its neat plot is far better than most Hollywood movies in recent years.

However, theFirst of all, this is a highly completed work, the actors are faithful to the characters, and the rhythm completely obeys the expression. In this regard, its neat plot is far better than most Hollywood movies in recent years.

However, the content expression of the film still gives people a feeling of disconnection, although not strong, but still palpable, mainly because there is a logical gap that is difficult to bridge between the absurd form of asking questions and the superficial preaching of solving them.

In the end, the awakening and self-persuasion of the classic Barbie, to put it bluntly, is to restore the "Paradise" and regain those positions, rather than essentially rebuilding the understanding and cognition of gender and identity. On the contrary, it is the realistic and weathered mother who expresses the most sincere "ideal of being an ordinary person". I feel like this could have been done better.

As for the philosophical questioning of the meaning of human beings that appears at the end of the film, instead of finding it abrupt, I think it is just right. After nearly 120 minutes of color shock and gender questioning, everyone should understand: the world should be better, but women are not the only ones who need to strive for perfection.… Expand

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