She’s everything. He’s just Ken.|Jul. 19, 2023|United Kingdom|114 Min.|PG-13
Genre: Adventure;Comedy;Fantasy
Description: **Barbie (2023) – Overview**
“Barbie” is a 2023 American fantasy comedy film directed by Greta Gerwig, co-written by Gerwig and Noah Baumbach. This film marks the first live-action portrayal of the iconic Barbie fashion dolls created by Mattel, following a long history of animated films and specials. The leading roles feature Margot Robbie as Barbie and Ryan Gosling as Ken, depicting their journey of self-discovery amid an existential crisis. The cast also includes notable actors like America Ferrera, Kate McKinnon, Issa Rae, Rhea Perlman, and Will Ferrell.
The concept of a live-action Barbie film first emerged in September 2009, with Universal Pictures involved in the production. Development officially began in April 2014, when Sony Pictures obtained the film rights. Throughout its evolution, there were several changes in writers and directors, including initial casting decisions with Amy Schumer and later Anne Hathaway as Barbie. Ultimately, the rights transferred to Warner Bros. Pictures in October 2018. Margot Robbie joined the film in 2019 after Gal Gadot declined due to scheduling conflicts, and in 2020, Gerwig was appointed as director and co-writer.
Filming predominantly occurred at Warner Bros. Studios in Leavesden, England, and at the Venice Beach Skatepark in Los Angeles, from March to July 2022. “Barbie” premiered at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on July 9, 2023, and was officially released in the United States on July 21, 2023. Its simultaneous launch alongside Universal’s “Oppenheimer” created the cultural phenomenon dubbed “Barbenheimer,” encouraging audiences to view both films together. The movie received widespread critical acclaim, grossing over $1.403 billion, making it the highest-grossing film of 2023, the top-grossing film ever directed by a woman, the highest-grossing Warner Bros. film, and the 15th highest-grossing film of all time.
Cast director: Greta Gerwig
Cast actor: Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, America Ferrera, Kate McKinnon, Ariana Greenblatt, Michael Cera, Will Ferrell, Issa Rae, Alexandra Shipp, Emma Mackey
Original name: Barbie