Barbie It was the most watched film in all of 2023. “Pink Fever” has dominated the global box office since the summer season thanks to Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling and director Greta Gerwig. Overall, the film was well received by both critics and audiences. And despite the slowdown of awards season, where it won fewer awards than expected, it became a phenomenon that has already made its way into film and pop culture history. However, there are also dissenters who did not like it. And the last person to get into this car was Shakira.
The Colombian singer was harshly criticized Barbie while promoting his new album, Women don’t cry anymore. In an interview with the magazine Charm in which she talked about both her career and her personal life, the artist explained the reasons that set her against the famous film. And the problem lies in the portrayal of the roles of men and women in modern society. “My kids absolutely hated it. They considered it humiliation, and I agree to some extent,” he says.
“I am raising two boys. I want them to feel strong by respecting women too. I love it when pop culture tries to empower women. without depriving men of the opportunity to be menprotect and provide,” continues Shakira his lawsuit against Barbie. In his opinion, the parody that Ken’s character represents does not convey a positive message.
“I believe in giving women all the tools and confidence that we can do anything without losing our essence, without losing our femininity. I believe that men have a purpose in society and women have a purpose too. We complement each other and this complement does not have to be lost,” the proposal Shakira O. This is his vision, and although the film ends with the Barbies and Kens reconciling in a more egalitarian society, the film does not lead to such reflections.
Against Barbie
Although this is clearly a minority opinion, Shakira She is not alone in her lawsuit against Barbie. Entrepreneurs like it Elon Musk or politicians like Ted Cruz They also showed clear opposition to the film at the time. Gerwig. In fact, in its first weeks and even before its premiere, Warner Bros. faced an attempted boycott from the most conservative sectors of society, especially in the United States. However, despite their efforts, their collection went from record to record.
It is the highest-grossing film directed by a woman in film history. It is also the most successful premiere in Warner Bros. history, following sagas such as Harry Potter, The Dark Knight, Lord of the Rings or DC Universe. And it’s the highest-grossing movie in the race. Gerwig, Robbie And Gosling. The numbers show that the overwhelming majority of the public has always been on the side Barbie.
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