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“On the one hand, Barbie is a movie about a doll — one that has for decades represented the conflicting ideals facing its target audience: girls. On the other hand, Barbie is directed by Greta Gerwig, one of the most gifted filmmakers working today and someone adept at delving into womanhood and gendered expectations. Barbie, which stars Margot Robbie as the eponymous character and Ryan Gosling as her trusty love interest, Ken, remains the biggest question mark on the 2023 calendar. But given all the talent involved in front of and behind the camera, it’s at least going to be interesting.” — Alison Willmore, “20 Movies We Can’t Wait to See This Summer”

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  6. putting the bar in barbie
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  7. the color pink
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  8. playtime
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  9. c’mon danny let’s go party
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  12. trailer mix
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  18. cinemacon 2023
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  41. casting couch
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