Key Takeaways
No matter what age group you belong to, you can enjoy the movie if you are a kid or an adult. You can feel the difference in opinions of both characters when they enter the real world. Do not read the article if you have not watched the movie yet, as it contains a lot of spoilers that may ruin the suspense.
Barbie’s new movie is full of surprises for adults as well as for kids. It’s the untold story of a beautiful doll finding the truth about the natural world and herself. Barbie and Ken both embark on a journey together that starts with an all-pink magic and soon transforms the enchanting characters of the movie , asking their purpose in life.
It’s a musical with hilarious Ken jokes and loads of fun. So grab your popcorn and prepare to be enchanted as we delve deep into the realm of the latest cinematic masterpiece!
Exploring the Characters and Their Personalities The story is about how the stereotypical Barbie never had to deal with a flat foot or relationships other than her girlfriends. She lives in a happy world with a job, a house, a car, and wonderful friends.
The doll world also has Ken with lots of kenergy who often fights with other Kens seeking attention for her love. So when Weird Barbie motivates her to explore questions related to mortality in the real world, Ken accompanies her.
When both of them arrive in the real world, instead of a grand welcome, the company directors of Mattel, who created the famous dolls, scare her. Our doll also meets a mother and a daughter who are opposites of each other.
The mother idolizes Barbie, whereas the daughter loathes everything that she stands for. The real world is confusing for her, but Ken on the other hand finds new respect for himself.
Both of their personalities interchange as the world full of Barbies transforms into Kenland. The mother and daughter help her to stand up on her feet and face the challenges of being a woman.
All the Barbies versus all the Kens are when the real competition begins. The curious questions that were haunting her earlier were now posed in front of Ken. And he has to find the answers by himself, while she meets her inventor and resolves her issues.
FUN FACT Did you know that the character of Ken was specifically written for Ryan Gosling? “We wrote this part specifically for Ryan Gosling. Even though he’s so wonderful in dramatic roles, I knew he was hilarious as I had watched all his ‘Saturday Night Live appearances. There was no plan B. It was always Ryan.” said Greta Gerwings
What Makes the Barbie Characters So Special? The characters in the movie are special because they realize that they are more than just toys to be played with. They reflect the real world as it should be, with equal opportunities for all. Throughout the movie, she goes from dancing at parties all day to suddenly crying and looking at the stressed world.
She is surprised to find that the Mattel company has no women directors. She is shocked to find that little girls of new age don’t like to play with her (barbie dolls) anymore. But she also realizes that aging is beautiful. The relationship with herself is more important than what Ken wants.
The character of Ken has to realize that despite the vast difference between the Barbie Land and the Kenland, it’s okay to be ‘just Ken’ and not ‘Barbie and Ken’ all the time.
Gloria and Sasha depict the transformation of the mother-daughter relationship. It is, in fact, Gloria who makes her realize the challenges that a woman faces daily in the real world. Her teenage daughter; Sasha, realizes the sacrifices her mother is making to let her live her life as she wants.
Themes and Messages in the Movie It is the supporting characters that highlight the message of the movie. The brief appearance of the creator of the doll is relevant to bind the theme of the movie together. After all, it is in the beginning that we find answers to many questions, including our purpose in life.
The one friend who always supports the Barbies is Allan. He is gay and proud. He fights with Kens to save the mother and daughter. The Mattel company is symbolic of everything that defines our society. They do marketing for a pretty world where every girl should aspire to be like Barbie but never ask to be the head of a company.
Barbie is a doll representing the growth from a child to a teenager, discovering a problematic world and ultimately finding her independence. Ken shows that despite being physically and mentally strong, it’s okay to change your direction of life.
FUN FACT! Did you know that the car in the movie Barbie, Margot Robbie’s car, was controlled by a remote controller?
How the Movie Can Inspire Kids There is a Barbie and Ken for every kid, and they can be whatever they want to be in life. This is the inspiring message in this movie. Childhood is colorful and fun like a Barbie world, but at some point in their life, they have to grow up and face challenges. Kids will meet different types of Kens who will either compete with them or be like Allan.
Some friends will score higher marks in class and life. Slowly and surely, you have to figure out who you are and what Barbie are you in life. By showing that it’s okay to be unique and follow your heart, the Barbie movie inspires kids to be true to themselves.
Conclusion The new Barbie movie is magical in every way. It is the transition from being a toy Barbie into becoming a woman accepting the real world with all its flaws that is so enchanting. It is a movie that will be remembered for a long time for breaking stereotypes and winning many awards.
