The Mystery Behind Barbie's Love Life
Barbie, one of the most iconic figures in pop culture, took the audience on a captivating journey in the highest-grossing movie of 2023, surpassing even The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The film delves into the complex dynamics of Barbie's relationships, particularly with Ken, and uncovers a theory that sheds light on the unexpected twists in their love story.
Margot Robbie as Barbie standing between Simu Liu and Ryan Gosling as the two Ken's argue
The plot of the movie revolves around Barbie's existential crisis and her quest to find the girl who has been playing with her. This leads Barbie and Ken into the real world, where they confront societal issues and gender inequality that were previously unknown to them in Barbieland. Despite Ken's constant pursuit of Barbie's validation, their love story takes an unexpected turn, and a theory brilliantly explains the underlying reasons behind Barbie's complex emotions.
Ken (Ryan Gosling) awkwardly leaning in to kiss Barbie (Margot Robbie) after a night out in Barbie.
The theory suggests that Ryan Gosling's Ken, despite being referred to as 'Stereotypical Ken', may not have been the right match for Margot Robbie's Barbie. Viewers have pointed out that Gosling's Ken was actually 'Beach Ken', a version of Ken who was infatuated with the wrong Barbie throughout the movie. In contrast, Scott Evans' Ken, although having minimal screen time, is identified as the real 'Stereotypical Ken' who could have been the perfect match for Barbie.
Barbie (Margot Robbie) and Ken (Ryan Gosling) in Barbie's car with rollerblades
The Impact of Barbie's Choice
The consequences of Barbie being with the 'wrong' Ken had a profound effect on both characters. Barbie's happiness was overshadowed by Ken's constant need for validation and attention, leading to a toxic dynamic in their relationship. Ken's misguided perception of gender equality and his attempts to control the dynamics in Barbieland further exacerbated the complexities of their connection.
Ken's with toy horses in Barbie
The movie portrays the unhealthy nature of Barbie and Ken's relationship, highlighting Ken's jealousy and manipulative behavior, as well as Barbie's struggle to be honest about her feelings. Despite being pivotal to their personal journeys, being paired with the wrong Barbie and Ken proved to be detrimental to their well-being.
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Unraveling the Gloria Factor
Another intriguing theory proposes that Gloria, the Mattel employee who played with Barbie in the human world, may have influenced Barbie's relationship with Ken. It is suggested that Gloria's lack of experience with Ken dolls may have contributed to the awkwardness in Barbie and Ken's dynamic. Gloria's focus on Barbie's personal journey and connections with friends, rather than a romantic narrative, provides an additional layer of insight into the complexities of Barbie and Ken's relationship.
Barbie looking up shocked and Ken stares in pink
The theory intertwines with the notion that Ryan Gosling's Ken might not have been the right match for Margot Robbie's Barbie, and Gloria's influence on Barbie's subconscious adds depth to the understanding of their love story. The absence of a Ken doll in Gloria's interactions with Barbie further accentuates the intricacies of their relationship.
Sasha (Ariana Greenblatt) looking confused and Barbie (Margot Robbie) looking surprised as Gloria drives the car in Barbie
