
Reviews — Barbie
Audience write-ups from TMDB
CinemaSerf
The film opens with Dame Helen Mirren delivering a message titled "Thus Spake Zarabarbie," providing a brief overview of the doll—from its initial role as a toy for young girls to its current image as an empowering force that allows girls to envision limitless possibilities. This philosophy shapes Margot Robbie's “Barbieland,” which feels like a pink, somewhat artificial version of "Groundhog Day." Men exist in this …
TheRealMina
This was a truly awful film, lacking any discernible plot. It’s presented as something suitable for families, but it really delves into mature subjects and promotes an extreme feminist viewpoint that seems to make fun of conventional family structures and portrays men negatively. The few moments I found even remotely pleasant were the scenes featuring Ken, who is played by Ryan Gosling.
Manuel São Bento
The movie Barbie manages to be very funny while also being clever about its own nature, featuring some genuinely amusing musical sequences and skillfully blending broad comedy with deeper commentary on societal issues. Recognition is clearly coming for the film’s vibrant visual elements—the design, clothing, and makeup are all exceptional. The story crafted by Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach doesn't shy away from a…
MovieGuys
I brought my daughter with me, thinking we’d have an easygoing, enjoyable experience suitable for a family, but that wasn't the case at all. The most generous description I can give of this film would be that it’s filled with negativity and apparent dislike of men. It presents ideas that I don't want my child to absorb. My daughter felt like leaving even before I mentioned it, so we did, and ended up having …
Chris Sawin
_Barbie_ initially captivates through its playful comedy and imaginative concepts. The conflict among the Kens in the latter portion of the movie is particularly memorable, as a display of masculine posturing—including shirtless poses and playful noogies—escalates into an elaborate dance competition featuring Ryan Gosling and Simu Liu. However, the film's second half delivers a significant message about both gende…


