Lesson 364: Barbie - Life in Male Fragility, It’s Fantastic (Spoilers)

The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy take a strange and nostalgic trip to a land of yesteryear, where they discuss the subtle surprise and not-so-subtle power behind Greta Gerwig’s latest film, Barbie. The Malleable Mammals reveal the impact this film has had on not just cinema but society as a whole, and all the people it’s upsetting. Has Greta Gerwig created a spotlight on a portion of cinema that has still yet to evolve after all these years: respect for women? Or does the heavy-handed nature of the messaging in the film only act as a deterrent to fans? Grab your rollerblades & your popcorn, & tune in to find out in this week’s episode of The Filmlosophers!