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The director cites creative differences and the success of Greta Gerwig's Barbie as reasons for her departure.
- Dunham spent three years developing the Polly Pocket script but decided to leave the project.
- She felt she couldn't replicate the unique success of Gerwig's Barbie and wanted to focus on projects only she could make.
- Mattel and Warner Bros. are still moving forward with the Polly Pocket film, with Lily Collins attached to star.
- Dunham is currently working on other projects, including a Netflix series and a collegiate spy show.
- She also chose not to star in her new series due to past experiences with body shaming.
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- Polly Pocket Playset
- Lena Dunham American writer and director
- Lily Collins British-American actress
- Barbie 2023 film
- Greta Gerwig American actress and writer
- Mattel Toy company
- Netflix Streaming media company
- Warner Bros. Motion pictures/entertainment company
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