Movie Review: Barbie (2023)

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I watched Barbie recently and honestly it surprised me more than I thought it would. Greta Gerwig directed it and she mixes comedy, fantasy and a bit of social commentary in this bright, colorful world. It’s not only for kids, there’s plenty in it that adults can laugh at or think about.

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The story line of the movie is centered on Barbie , this role was played by Margot Robbie , living in Barbie island, this island is filled with smilling faces.

Then strange stuff starts happening to her… like her feet going flat and her suddenly thinking about death. To fix it, she has to go to the real world and find whoever’s playing with her doll.

The character ken which is played by Ryan Gosling, played perfectly. His curious and clueless nature blended in a way that makes him really funny. In the real world Barbie sees it’s nothing like her home, while Ken gets to know more about patriarchy and later tries to take that idea back to Barbie Land, it later turn out to become a very weird mess.

The acting works really well. Margot Robbie makes Barbie charming and innocent, while Ryan Gosling is hilarious, totally over the top. America Ferrera gives one of the strongest moments in the film with a speech about how tough it can be to be a woman in today’s world.

What I liked most is how it’s both silly and meaningful. It jokes about itself but still talks about identity, self-worth and gender expectations. Barbie Land’s design is beautiful. Pink houses, shiny clothes, little details that make it feel like a toy world.

The soundtrack is catchy. There are fun pop songs and a big dance scene that just makes you smile. The movie moves fast so there’s no time to get bored.

My favorite thing is how Barbie changes. She starts off knowing only perfection, but by the end she gets that life’s imperfections and choices are what make it real. It’s playful, a bit weird, and still manages to say something real.

If you want laughs, fun visuals, or something to think about, Barbie is worth watching.