Margot Robbie, known for her diverse roles in movies such as Harley Quinn, Tonya Harding and Queen Elizabeth I, is set to take on the challenge of portraying one of the most iconic dolls in toy history in the long-awaited Barbie movie. Directed by Greta Gerwig, the movie follows Robbie as she lives a perfect life in a Dreamhouse, but finds herself transported to the real world with her boyfriend Ken (played by Ryan Gosling). As the release date for Barbie approaches, Robbie recently appeared on The Kelly Clarkson Show and shared her one request to Gerwig before filming began. Discover her whimsical and cute request in the video clip around 14:55.
Margot Robbie Knows What She Wants Barbie To Be
During their conversation about the Barbie movie, the speaker expressed their willingness to follow Greta's vision for the film. They requested only one favor: that the Dreamhouse in the movie include a slide from the bedroom down to the pool, as it was a personal life goal.
Robbie's interpretation of Barbie is more than just a fun-loving doll with a slide in her Dreamhouse. In a recent interview with Vogue, Robbie explained that her version of Barbie has a distinct personality and set of values. She emphasized that her Barbie is not just a pretty face, but a strong and independent woman who is unapologetically herself. Robbie's vision for Barbie is a refreshing take on the iconic toy, and it will be interesting to see how it is brought to life on the big screen.
Barbie's sexualization is a topic of much controversy, and many question whether a plastic doll could even experience sexual desire. While she may be dressed in revealing clothing, it is not for the purpose of being sexy, but rather because it is fun and playful. Robbie's initial excitement for the Barbie script was quickly replaced with doubt, as she questioned whether the film would ever be given the green light for production.
Barbie's Dreamhouse slide, which Robbie had longed for, was featured in the movie. The latest trailer for Barbie's movie promises to cater to both Barbie enthusiasts and critics. It is unclear what this entails, but it is evident that Gerwig, Robbie, and their team had grander plans for Barbie than just a standard movie adaptation or a toy line. Although the film is expected to be more imaginative and thought-provoking than other toy-inspired franchises, it also appears to be geared towards providing a wholesome and entertaining summer experience for families.