At the end of 2018, it was announced that actress Margot Robbie was in talks to star in the new Barbie movie, and now it’s a reality: we now have a release date, trailer, synopsis, and more details about “Barbie,” directed by Greta Gerwig.
The story of this movie about the famous Mattel doll has had a long journey. Initially, the project was in Sony’s hands in 2014, with Amy Schumer as the lead, but she dropped out due to scheduling issues. Anne Hathaway then joined, but she also dropped out of the project. Director Alethea Jones and screenwriter Olivia Milch also dropped out. Eventually, the project went to Warner Bros., and Margot Robbie, known for her role in “Birds of Prey,” took over the lead role. In addition to starring, Robbie is also a producer through her company, LuckyChap Entertainment, which she runs with husband Tom Ackerley and friend Josey McNamara.
In a press release, Robbie described her character as someone who promotes confidence and curiosity in children, empowering them to imagine aspirational roles. Although the plot of the film was not revealed, Robbie expressed her honor to take on the role and produce a film that will have a positive impact on children and the general public.
The film will be directed by Greta Gerwig, known for independent films such as “Lady Bird” and “A Marriage Story,” and co-written by Gerwig and Noah Baumbach. The cast also includes Ryan Gosling, who will play Ken, as well as Issa Rae, Hari Nef, Simu Liu, America Ferrara, and other actors.
While the synopsis of the film is still unknown, it is expected to be something completely different from what you would expect from a Barbie movie, with a satirical and subversive approach. Rumors suggest that the story will involve various versions of Barbie and Ken and will explore themes such as patriarchy and criticism of Barbie, despite her popularity among young girls.
“Barbie” is scheduled for release on July 21, 2023, and is expected to be one of the surprises at the 2024 Oscars. The film promises to be unique and defy audience expectations. With Greta Gerwig as director and a talented cast, anticipation is building for this fresh, new approach to the iconic doll.