Barbie Takes the Silver Screen, Directed by Greta Gerwig

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In a surprising fusion of creativity and concept, the live-action Barbie film is generating immense excitement. Directed by the talented Greta Gerwig, known for her acclaimed works like Lady Bird and Little Women, this adaptation promises to breathe new life into the beloved doll, which may very well be tucked away in the depths of your child’s toy collection. Margot Robbie stars as Barbie, and the first glimpse of her in a vibrant pink convertible with a polka-dotted headband has just been unveiled by Warner Brothers.

Star-Studded Cast

Curious to know more? The film features a star-studded cast, including Ryan Gosling as Ken, alongside Michael Cera, Will Ferrell, America Ferrera, Simu Liu, Kate McKinnon, Hari Nef, Issa Rae, and Alexandra Shipp. Slated for release on July 21, 2023, the film is currently being shot in the U.K. (not Malibu, surprisingly).

Insights from Greta Gerwig

Gerwig, who co-wrote the screenplay with her husband Noah Baumbach, hinted at its intriguing nature, stating during an interview with Entertainment Tonight, “I have a feeling that whatever we turn in as a script, people are going to be like, ‘Are you insane? You can’t make this!’ Which is always, I think, a good sign.” She reminisced about her childhood experiences with Barbies, including the trials of trying to achieve the perfect hairstyle.

Robbie on Barbie’s Legacy

In an interview for British Vogue, Robbie emphasized the weight of Barbie’s legacy, noting, “It comes with a lot of baggage! And a lot of nostalgic connections. But with that come a lot of exciting ways to attack it.” According to the film’s IMDb page, the story follows a doll from ‘Barbieland’ who is cast out for not being perfect enough and embarks on a journey in the real world. Robbie remarked, “People generally hear ‘Barbie’ and think, ‘I know what that movie is going to be,’ then they hear that Greta Gerwig is writing and directing it, and they’re…”