Record-Shattering 'Barbie' Film Sparks Controversy and Conversation

• The Greta Gerwig-directed Barbie film starring Margot Robbie broke opening weekend box office records and sparked debate about feminism and representation.
• Conservatives like Ben Shapiro criticized Barbie's themes, with some calling for boycotts, though the film found success with a $162 million debut.
• Gerwig fought to retain certain scenes despite initial concerns from Mattel, resulting in a layered exploration of gender roles and societal expectations.
• The movie references Barbie's history through cameos from discontinued dolls that previously faced controversies.
• Mattel plans to continue expanding the "Barbie" universe and developing films based on other iconic toy brands.

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