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The Barbie Movie: A Timeless Tale that Captivates Hearts

Shaina Tranquilino

November 16, 2023

Barbie, the iconic doll that has been enchanting generations of children, has made her way from playrooms to the silver screen. With a series of animated movies featuring our favourite fashionista, it's no surprise that these films have captured the hearts of countless people worldwide. In this blog post, we will explore why the Barbie movie franchise remains beloved by so many and continues to inspire audiences young and old.

1. Empowering Messages and Strong Female Characters: One of the primary reasons behind the Barbie movies' popularity lies in their empowering messages and portrayal of strong female characters. These films often showcase Barbie as a determined individual who defies stereotypes while pursuing her dreams. Whether she is an astronaut, a princess, or even a secret agent, Barbie instills important values like resilience, courage, independence, and self-belief in young viewers.

2. Engaging Storylines with Positive Morals: The Barbie movies are known for their captivating storylines that combine adventure, fantasy, and heartfelt moments. Each film usually revolves around themes like friendship, love, family bonds, or personal growth. By addressing relatable struggles such as self-acceptance or overcoming obstacles with determination and kindness, these movies provide valuable life lessons in an accessible and enjoyable manner.

3. Memorable Soundtracks: Another aspect contributing to the widespread appreciation of Barbie movies is undoubtedly their catchy soundtracks. From upbeat pop songs to emotionally charged ballads, these musical numbers enhance storytelling and create memorable moments for viewers. Many fans find themselves humming along to tunes long after watching the film—a testament to how music can evoke feelings of joy and nostalgia.

4. Stunning Animation and Visual Appeal: The attention to detail exhibited in the animation within each Barbie movie is undeniably impressive. The vibrant colors, beautifully designed sets, elaborate costumes, and fluid movements bring an enchanting world to life. This visual appeal, combined with Barbie's fashionable sense and her iconic style, captivates the imagination of both children and adults alike.

5. Nostalgia and Intergenerational Bonding: For those who grew up playing with Barbies, watching the movies can evoke a sense of nostalgia that fosters a connection between generations. Parents or older siblings may find themselves reminiscing about their own childhood memories while sharing the magical world of Barbie with younger family members. The ability to create cherished moments together contributes greatly to the enduring love for these films.

The Barbie movie franchise has undoubtedly earned its place in popular culture through its empowering messages, engaging storylines, memorable soundtracks, stunning animation, and nostalgic value. The movies provide young viewers with relatable role models while offering a delightful escape into an imaginative realm for audiences of all ages. As long as Barbie continues to inspire dreams and teach valuable life lessons, it is safe to say that her movies will remain beloved by many for years to come.

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Barbie protagonists but make it My Scene

[thatsluttytiefling]

All of my wildest dreams for this movie have come true

[theereina]

[ninetiesfairydust]

“I’m into classic films.”

[blackwomenrule]

[marduksstuff]

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[medusas-daughter]

My favorite part about Weird Barbie and Allan and all the other discontinued discarded Barbies and Kens is that they weren't affected by the brainwash, because of course they weren't. They didn't hold that much power in Barbieland, why would the Kens care about them in the Kendom. They're the queers and neurodivergents and disableds of society, those who don't quite belong or feel like part of the sisterhood, but are still absolutely victimized by the patriarchy. Those who stay loyal to feminism and human rights, even those that don't concern them, because they know first hand what it's like to be on the sideline. The compassion and empathy that Weird Barbie (or lesbian Barbie as I like to call her, we all know why she's always in the splits ✂️✂️) shows all the Barbies even though they call her Weird Barbie behind her back and to her face. The fact that, even though they don't like her, the Barbies know that if they ever need help they can go to her and she will always help them, and they trust her judgment. The symbolism behind the fact that when President Barbie offered her a job, she asked to clean Barbieland. She's essential to maintaining this society that rejects her. Sugar Daddy Ken and Magic Earring Ken and Allan are the epitome of queer men and trans mascs and non binary people. They're not nor will they ever be women. But they'll always reject and be rejected by the patriarchy. The discontinued Barbies are the disabled Barbies, they're angry about their design flaws, and they're right there in the trenches trying to get the leading Barbies to wake up and take back Barbieland. Oh I could talk about this part of the movie and the characters for hours. I love them so much.

[madame-thedas]

Give earring magic ken his cock ring back you cowards!!!

[overly-distressed-mouse]

Okay I'm now home from watching the Barbie movie, so I have to bestow some knowledge upon you fuckers (aka me infodumping actual Barbie lore because there were a lot of references there).

So, first and foremost, in one scene, we see "Earring Ken" and "Growing up Skipper" (very short scene, don't worry if you missed it). But these were actual Barbie dolls released by Mattel way back whenever (See pictures below)

So, "Earring Ken" was actually "Earring Magic Ken". His whole thing was Mattel wanted to be cool and hip with the kids or whatever, so they created him. Except their idea of going out and finding inspiration and information as to what was "hip with the kids", was gay bars. And raves. As you can imagine, Earring Magic Ken did not stay on shelves too long (about 6 months) (though he did sell actually really well and I believe is still one of their most sold despite only being available for such a short time). I'm pretty sure his necklace charm could be swapped out too and also worn as actual earrings. HOWEVER, the part about Earring Magic Ken that kills me, is that because they went to gay bars, not only did they give him a mesh shirt and shit (as seen above), but the charm on his necklace? Is a cock ring. Did Mattel realize this? Probably the fuck not, but that's what it was💕

Growing up Skipper was also an actual doll, and just like in the movie, if you twisted her arm, she grew boobs. She also grew like an inch taller or something. I'm pretty sure she also was not on the shelf long, but she was introduced in the 1970s. So that's fun

Next up, Midge and Allan (who both play slightly bigger roles in the film but here's pictures anyways)

So Midge was Barbie's best friend, and was released specifically because Mattel found themselves faced with high demand for a pregnant Barbie doll. But of course, Barbie can never get married or be pregnant or have kids, because it ages her, and obviously seeming a little older means Barbie is suddenly worthless and unappealing (Woo patriarchy!). So their solution was Midge, who, ironically, ended up being everything Barbie couldn't (which is kind of funny since she's supposed to be able to be any and everything ever). So, them making her only personality trait in the movie her pregnancy, is kind of spot on. She did have actual dolls initially but then seemed to disappear for a while, having been replaced with other "Barbie's best friend!"'s. Actually they also replaced Barbie's siblings several times but that's another post. Midge did eventually return though in Life in the Dreamhouse (See below)

One thing they never mentioned in the movie, however, is that Allan was actually Midge's boyfriend. I don't have too much on him besides that but I think it's worth mentioning.

Anywho, there's my rant on some of the characters in the Barbie movie, if you made it this far, thanks :))

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💞 gay married Sugar Daddy Ken and Earring Magic Ken – full image and more(!!!) on Patreon

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Some of Margot Robbie's outfits in Barbie. MAMA IS TAKING IT

[fairyprince7]

They REFERENCED and ACKNOWLEDGED earring magic ken and he looks super homosexual you cannot make this up

[winterfieldfrontiers]

My OTP in Barbie movie

President Barbie x Weird Barbie

Magic Earring Ken x Sugar Daddy Ken 

Beach Ken x Allan

Ken x Doctor Barbie (No I won't ship him with Bully Ken)

Barbie x Gloria

Aaron x CEO of MATTEL

Watch Barbie, you will find out

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[artofrolsch]

I love myself some unhinged "Alice in Wonderland" inspired 2010s Barbie film