'Black Barbie' Documentary Premieres on Netflix June 19

Shonda Rhimes' latest project explores the creation and impact of Mattel's first Black Barbie doll.

The film highlights the contributions of three Black women at Mattel who pushed for the first Black Barbie in 1980.
Directed by Lagueria Davis, the documentary features interviews with key figures including Shonda Rhimes, Kitty Black Perkins, and Stacey McBride Irby.
The documentary examines the significance of representation in toys and its effect on identity and imagination.
It also delves into the broader cultural impact of Black dolls on civil rights and Black entrepreneurship.
'Black Barbie' is part of Rhimes' ongoing collaboration with Netflix, which includes other popular series and documentaries.