UNITED STATES · 2023

Barbie

Greta Gerwig
identity and self-discovery feminism and gender roles consumerism and materialism escapism vs reality acceptance and belonging
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Synopsis

Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in the colorful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get a chance to go to the real world, they soon discover the joys and perils of living among humans.

Year2023
CountryUnited States
DirectorGreta Gerwig
Barbie poster
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1 film that influenced it
Twentieth Century 1934 · Howard Hawks
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