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BarbiePG-13

She's everything. He's just Ken.

Released July 19, 20231h 54m

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.

Budget

$145.0M

Revenue

$1447.1M

Popularity

Trending

Zone Opinion

Woke train wreck!

Movie Score

0.0

User Rating

69%

Woke Level

Strong

Is the movie Barbie woke?

Barbie trades her Dream House for a Nightmare on Woke Street, where men are the villains and traditional values go to die in a sea of pink feminist propaganda.

Greta Gerwig's 'Barbie' is a Trojan horse of progressive ideology, wrapped in a pink, glittery package. The film uses the beloved doll as a vehicle to deliver a scathing critique of traditional gender roles and societal structures. While it attempts to present itself as a balanced exploration of feminism and masculinity, the underlying message is clear: patriarchy bad, progressive feminism good. The movie's portrayal of the 'real world' as an oppressive patriarchy is a gross oversimplification that ignores the progress made in Western societies. It pushes the narrative that women are still universally oppressed, which is simply not true in modern America. The character of Gloria, with her impassioned speech about the impossibility of being a woman, reinforces victimhood mentality rather than empowerment. Perhaps most insidious is the film's treatment of masculinity. Ken's journey from blissful ignorance to toxic masculinity and back to a neutered version of himself is a thinly veiled attack on traditional male roles. The movie suggests that men finding purpose in leadership or strength is inherently problematic, promoting instead a vision of masculinity that is subservient to feminist ideals. While the film does acknowledge some of the contradictions in modern feminism, it ultimately falls back on progressive talking points. The decision to cast a transgender actress as a Barbie doll without addressing it directly is a clear attempt to normalize transgender ideology without inviting debate. This subtle insertion of LGBT themes into a children's toy franchise is particularly concerning.

Wokest Moment

The wokest moment in 'Barbie' is undoubtedly America Ferrera's character Gloria's monologue about the impossibility of being a woman in modern society. This speech, which has been widely praised by progressive critics, is a laundry list of feminist grievances that paints women as perpetual victims of societal expectations. The monologue hits all the typical talking points of intersectional feminism, from body image issues to workplace discrimination. It's a heavy-handed attempt to distill complex social issues into a simplistic narrative of oppression, ignoring the agency and achievements of women in the real world. This scene epitomizes the film's underlying message that women are universally oppressed by patriarchal structures, a viewpoint that many conservatives find reductive and harmful.

Social Media Backlash

Conservative voices on social media have been vocal in their criticism of 'Barbie'. Many see it as another example of Hollywood pushing a 'woke' agenda onto audiences, particularly children. Ben Shapiro's dramatic video review, where he burns Barbie dolls, exemplifies the strong negative reaction from the right. On platforms like Twitter and YouTube, conservative commentators have decried the film as 'anti-male propaganda' and 'feminist indoctrination'. The Daily Wire and other right-leaning outlets have published scathing reviews, accusing the film of demonizing men and promoting unrealistic and harmful ideas about gender relations. However, it's worth noting that some conservatives have found aspects of the film to appreciate, particularly its acknowledgment of the importance of motherhood and its critique of extreme feminism. This divide in conservative reactions has sparked debates within right-wing circles about the film's true message and impact.

Wokeness Ratings

LGBT Wokism

While not a central focus, the film includes a transgender actress as a Barbie, normalizing transgender representation without addressing it directly. This subtle inclusion promotes LGBT ideology.

Gender Wokism

Barbie Land's initial matriarchy and the real world's patriarchy are both satirized, but the film ultimately promotes a form of feminism that diminishes masculinity. Ken's character arc reinforces negative stereotypes about men seeking purpose through dominance.

Economic Wokism

The movie critiques capitalism through its portrayal of Mattel and consumerism, suggesting that corporate interests and materialism are at odds with women's empowerment.

Diversity Wokism

The film showcases a diverse cast of Barbies, promoting a multicultural ideal that goes beyond the doll's traditional image. This diversity push feels forced and agenda-driven.

Globalism

While not explicitly globalist, the film's critique of traditional societal structures and promotion of a new 'woke' world order aligns with globalist ideologies that seek to erode national and cultural boundaries.

Political Wokism

The film presents a heavy-handed critique of patriarchy and traditional gender roles, portraying them as oppressive and outdated. It pushes a progressive feminist agenda that undermines conservative values.

Environmental Wokism

Environmental themes are not prominently featured, though the film's critique of plastic could be seen as a subtle nod to environmental concerns.

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Top Billed Cast

Margot Robbie

Barbie

Ryan Gosling

Ken

America Ferrera

Gloria

Ariana Greenblatt

Sasha

Issa Rae

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Kate McKinnon

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Alexandra Shipp

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Emma Mackey

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Hari Nef

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Sharon Rooney

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Ana Cruz Kayne

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Ritu Arya

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Production Details

Production Companies

LuckyChap EntertainmentUS

Heyday FilmsGB

NB/GG PicturesUS

MattelUS

Warner Bros. PicturesUS

Countries

🇬🇧United Kingdom

🇺🇸United States of America

Languages

🇬🇧English

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Movie Statistics

💰Budget

$145.0M

💵Revenue

$1447.1M

⭐Rating

6.9/10(10,498 votes)

⭐️Runtime

114 min

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