Barbie (2023)★ 7.5/10

Will Ferrer is the best person in this world

The story transports us to Barbieland, an idyllic universe where Barbies have everything under control. The beautiful, sweet, and intelligent actress Margot Robbie embodies the stereotypical Barbie with a perfect blend of innocence and existential crisis, while Ryan Gosling steals the show as Ken, whose journey of self-discovery is as hilarious as it is unexpected. Their on-screen chemistry is undeniable, and their comedic timing is impeccable.
The film shines for its artistic direction and production design. It's worth noting that it's an excellent and very funny film 10 stars :)

Better than Oppenheimer.

So cool

The movie showcases women advocating for their desires, banding together, and even making their way to the parliament. It's almost like a powerful speech is all we need to kickstart change at times. The feminist elements of the movie are like a raging party, celebrating feminism and stirring up strong emotions all at once.

This movie feels kind of superficial and doesn't delve deep enough into the issues. It tries to get you thinking with its humorous approach, but it falls flat. We're still in the dark about what an ideal world for women would entail, and we're not even sure what to anticipate when women finally get their due and take the reins.

The movie starts off kind of sluggish, but it really picks up once Barbie steps into the real world. Even though it's got a positive message, the way Barbie ends up winning feels a bit frustrating. It's like she only wins because Ken's got a thing for her; otherwise, she wouldn't stand a chance. It makes me think that even in movies where women are front and center, they still struggle to shake off the lingering influence of men being in charge for so long.

Barbie is definitely a box office smash with its stunning visuals and editing. But my experience watching it was definitely divided. The first half was lighthearted and entertaining, but the second half gave me a weird vibe. Yeah, I understand the director was trying to convey feminist messages, but if she hadn't wrapped it up with that gender equality message, I might've thought she had a grudge against dudes.

This movie is kind of a mind-blowing feminist flick, but it goes way beyond just feminism. It's really all about equality and self-discovery. It sheds light on the tough realities women face today and pokes fun at the injustices stemming from centuries of men being in charge. And that scene where Ruth Handler holds Barbie's hands at the end is just like a callback to the mom and daughter who rescued Barbie in the movie, and it's seriously emotional and thought-provoking.

Watching this movie took me back to my childhood when I played with Barbie dolls while feeling so confident and beautiful myself. As a grown-up, the movie made me realize I can love myself even more. It gives us a real look at gender issues but also clarifies that taking care of yourself and wanting to look good is totally okay.

I saw this movie in theaters last year, and even when I watched it again this year, it still hit me hard, even harder than before. Barbie's adventure into the real world shows her all the struggles, flaws, and worries that women deal with every day. The real challenges out there are way more complicated and harder to solve than what the movie shows, but it reminds us that we can be whoever we want to be without needing anyone else's help.

The film made me realize that men and women experience being watched differently; women feel objectified, while men feel admired. I think this difference stems from women being perceived as objects. Ken's abrupt transformation of Barbie Land into Ken Land is too sudden, and I reckon a more detailed depiction on the origins of patriarchy would enhance the narrative.