Itโs a movie that understands exactly what the source material is and makes a good attempt to do something creative, artistic, and interesting with it. Some of the concepts arenโt crazy philosophical or outlandish but the movie tackles interesting societal issues or questions in a way thatโs actually enjoying. I am so tired of modern movies *cough Disney* shoving their political ideology down consumers throats in a way that ruins good films. Although based on an IP this movie somehow manages to be a good well made film despite being based on a very marketable toy.
Although Barbie talks a lot about power balances between men and women and common insecurities or struggles it does it in a meaningful and fun way. Itโs not forced like Disneyโs agenda it feels very natural and itโs refreshing to watch.
Some of the music is pretty good as well and fits the movie perfectly. I had pretty low expectations from a โBarbieโ movie but I wasnโt bored for a second of it. Would recommend for a fun watch