Unveiling Margot Robbie's Bold Take on Barbie's Sensuality

Barbie star Margot Robbie shares insights on how she approached playing the iconic Mattel doll and how the film tackles the character's sexuality. Directed by Greta Gerwig and co-written by Gerwig and Noah Baumbach, Barbie follows Robbie's titular character as she faces expulsion from Barbie Land for not being perfect. She then embarks on a journey to the real world with Ken, portrayed by Ryan Gosling. However, many questions remain about how the film will narrate a story revolving around a group of dolls.

In an interview with Vogue, Robbie discusses her approach to getting into her character's mindset ahead of the film's release later this summer. The actress specifically touches on how the movie handles Barbie's sexuality. Check out Robbie's full comment below:

"I found myself pondering the peculiar nature of Barbie dolls. They are essentially plastic dolls without any internal organs, which led me to question whether they could even experience sexual desire. It seems unlikely. While Barbie is often portrayed in a sexualized manner, it is important to remember that she should never be seen as a sexual object. Sure, she may wear a short skirt, but that is because it is fun and playful, not because she is trying to entice anyone with her body."

Currently, the upcoming Barbie film is shrouded in mystery. Despite the release of a full-length trailer, little has been revealed about what audiences can expect from the adventures of Barbie and Ken beyond the borders of Barbie Land. However, the involvement of Gerwig and Baumbach, both celebrated for their nuanced explorations of complex themes and subject matter, suggests that the movie may offer more than meets the eye.

Robbie's recent comment about Barbie's sexuality implies that the upcoming film delves deep into the character's psychology and how a plastic doll perceives the world. Interestingly, the movie features multiple Barbies and Kens, creating a world seemingly populated by different versions of the same "perfect" doll. This sets up the story in a way that suggests Robbie's Barbie and Gosling's Ken may embark on a journey of self-discovery, setting them apart from their perfect counterparts.

The potential for exploring themes of community and consciousness, as well as the question of what it means to be human, exists within the film's narrative. It could also delve into how a perfect doll changes when exposed to the harsh realities of the real world. While it's possible that Barbie will be a typical family-friendly adventure comedy, the information released thus far hints at a deeper level to Gerwig's film that has yet to be revealed.