Barbie's Unforgettable Monologue: Meryl Streep's Long-Awaited Dream Finally Comes True

Summary

Ferrera recounts the weight and magnitude of delivering the monologue, initially designated for Meryl Streep's character but ultimately entrusted to her.

The Barbie movie's impactful and grounded ending was enhanced by the monologue's realism and emotional depth, along with the deliberate choice to allow Ferrera to shape her delivery. Please note that this article contains spoilers about the film.

Barbie's star shares her experience shooting the movie's transformative monologue which delves into the role of women in society and the impact of Barbie on girls' childhoods. The film goes beyond the idyllic life of Barbieland, as it unravels the consequences of a patriarchy-altering transformation of Barbie (Margot Robbie) and Ken (Ryan Gosling).

America Ferrera's poignant and extensive monologue in Barbie highlights the various ways in which the patriarchy affects women in the Real World. In an interview with LA Times conducted prior to SAG-AFTRA, Ferrera candidly describes her experience filming the monologue.

Upon first reading the monologue, it resonated with Ferrera as an undeniable truth that applied to every woman in her life. This made her feel both grateful and intimidated when Greta mentioned that Meryl Streep had expressed interest in delivering the monologue, but it was ultimately assigned to Ferrera's character. The monologue spoke only the truth, leaving a lasting impact that couldn't be forgotten. Ferrera had the rare opportunity as an actor to fully immerse herself in this powerful moment, exploring various ways to portray it. Greta provided guidance but allowed Ferrera the freedom to interpret the tone herself. The trust between them was strong, and the intensity of these days on set was felt not only by Ferrera but also by the crew, who praised her delivery. The realism of the monologue added depth to the character and connected with audiences on a profound level.

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Source: LA Times