How Barbie calls out queer men’s role in the patriarchy
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Exclusive: Issa Rae and Simu Liu on how Barbie subverts ‘dumb as f**k rules’
Greta Gerwig aimed to create a ‘super inclusive world’ in the Barbie live-action film, according to stars Issa Rae and Simu Liu. The fantasy comedy stars Margot Robbie as the title character, a “stereotypical” Barbie who resides in Barbieland, a matriarchal society where women are self-sufficient and occupy all positions of power. After Barbie begins to worry about her mortality, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery into the real world – assisted by her “stereotypical” himbo boyfriend Ken (Ryan Gosling). Barbieland is a haven of inclusivity and diversity, with…
Read MoreExclusive: America Ferrera on how her Ugly Betty character would react to Barbie
Potential “gasp!” moment incoming: Betty Suarez would initially “have problems” with the Barbie movie, says America Ferrera. The actress memorably played the title character on Ugly Betty between 2006 and 2010, an assistant at the fictitious MODE Magazine who – for those who somehow don’t know – refused to conform to the brand’s stereotypical beauty standards. Ferrera, who plays Mattel employee Gloria in the live-action Barbie, tells GAY TIMES that her signature character wouldn’t have the most enthusiastic reaction to the Greta Gerwig-directed film (to begin with, anyway). “I think…
Read MoreBillie Eilish to release new single for the Barbie movie soundtrack
Billie Eilish has announced the release date of her new single ‘What Was I Made For?’ that will feature on the ‘Barbie’ soundtrack. Little is known about the track beyond the fact that it will come out on 13 July at 7am PT. The cover art, unlike other promotional items for the moving, features no pink – instead showing the signature ‘B’ in black against a cream background. “Notice how there is no pink in this because she is showing barbie’s dark side ohhh,” one fan speculated on social media.…
Read MoreHere’s why Bros star Luke Macfarlane turned down a role in Barbie
Luke Macfarlane has revealed that he turned down a role in Barbie. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the actor shared that he auditioned for a small role in the upcoming Greta Gerwig-directed comedy – “and got it” – but had to bow out due to obligations with his Apple TV series Platonic. Platonic is directed by Nick Stoller, who previously collaborated with Macfarlane on Bros – which memorably made history as one of the first major gay rom-coms by a major studio and the first to feature an…
Read MoreBarbie: The first trailer for Margot Robbie rom-com is so camp
Warner Bros has released the magical teaser trailer for Barbie. Directed by Greta Gerwig, the upcoming rom-com stars Margot Robbie as the title character, with Ryan Gosling as Ken. Additional cast members include America Ferrera, Kate McKinnon, Simu Liu, Alexandra Shipp, Emma Mackey, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Issa Rae, Michael Cera, Rhea Pearlman, Will Ferrell, Scott Evans, Connor Swindells and Emerald Fennell. Ncuti Gatwa and Hari Nef have also been cast as alternate versions of Ken and Barbie, respectively. The trailer is camp as hell, with Robbie towering over a faction of…
Read MoreHari Nef joins star-studded cast of Greta Gerwig’s Barbie film
Assassination Nation star Hari Nef has joined the upcoming live-action Barbie movie. According to a report from Deadline, details surrounding the 29-year-old’s part are currently under wraps. Shortly after the news was announced, Nef took to Instagram to express her excitement, stating: “The Dolls are Dolling.” The Barbie film is set to be directed and co-written by Lady Bird director Greta Gerwig. Birds of Prey star Margot Robbie has been cast as the titular character alongside Ryan Gosling – who has been tapped to play Ken. The film’s ensemble cast…
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