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Whoopi Goldberg Defends the ‘Barbie’ Film
Criticism surrounding pop culture isn’t a new phenomenon, but it’s safe to say that the hullabaloo over the recent “Barbie” film takes the cake. “It’s a movie! It’s a movie about a doll!” Those were the impassioned words of Whoopi Goldberg, a prominent host on The View, who rushed to the defense of the 2023 Barbie release against the wave of harsh remarks from certain conservative figures.
The Controversy Over the Doll Movie
Whoopi Goldberg, at 67, was aghast at the criticism the Barbie movie faced from conservative commentators like columnist Ben Shapiro and Senator Ted Cruz. Both held rather negative viewpoints about the film, with Shapiro labeling it “one of the most woke movies I have ever seen” on Twitter, and Cruz alleging that the film propagated “Chinese communist propaganda.”
The Misplaced Allegations
Cruz’s contention with the film was over a seemingly innocent kids’ drawing depicting Asia, including what he called “the nine-dashes” – an apparent reference to China’s territorial claims in the South China Sea. Goldberg rebuked these critiques, emphasizing that Barbie and her counterpart Ken are simply dolls, with no political agendas or implications. She urged the critics to explain to their own daughters why they believe the film to be controversial.
The Unintended Politics of Barbie
“You guys, I want y’all to tell your daughters why you’re not taking them to the Barbie movie,” Goldberg said on the show. “I want you to explain to them what’s wrong with Barbie.” She was echoing the thoughts of many who believed that the criticism was simply unnecessary. As a fan of Barbie herself, Goldberg wore white boots adorned with Barbie heads in the heel for that episode, showcasing her love for the iconic doll.
The Success of the Barbie Movie
Despite the storm of controversy, the Greta Gerwig-directed Barbie film hit theaters and broke box office predictions, earning an impressive $162 million in its opening weekend. Margot Robbie, who played Barbie in the film, was confident that the project would resonate with audiences. She even predicted to Collider earlier that the movie would “make a billion dollars,” which played a part in convincing Mattel and Warner Bros. to greenlight the project.
The Final Verdict
Goldberg concluded the discussion by reiterating that it’s just a movie, and like any other movie, it aims to entertain and offer a good time to audiences. With a global phenomenon like Barbie, it’s only natural that a film would eventually come to fruition, meant to bring joy and nostalgia to fans of the iconic toy.
In conclusion, the ‘Barbie’ film represents much more than just a doll; it’s about the innocence of childhood, the power of imagination, and the unadulterated joy of playing with a beloved toy. It seems the controversy stirred up by its release is misplaced and misses the essence of what Barbie truly stands for: a symbol of childhood, imagination, and fun.
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