First ‘Barbie’ reactions should have fans breathing a sigh of relief

Barbie fans have been waiting months to finally see the iconic character’s big screen debut and now that it’s finally here, it seems this hype wasn’t just for nothing, everybody is loving it.

Premiering in Los Angeles earlier today, the first reactions to Barbie are overwhelmingly positive. So if you’ve been worrying about the movie failing to capture the magic, you can relax.

Those who were at the premiere had a lot to praise including the film’s fun story and cast, with some going as far as to suggest the film should be in consideration for the Oscars. As expected, the most praise has gone to Barbie’s two leading stars, Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling.

#Barbie is a triumph. A pitch-perfect script backed by great performances — particularly from Ryan Gosling — turns what could be a simple studio comedy into a sharp commentary on our society that makes its nuance palatable for those that may not take it at face value. GG is 3/3. pic.twitter.com/MIVRtkmtbd

— Eze (@EzeBaum) July 10, 2023

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#Barbie is Ryan Gosling’s best role to date—Greta Gerwig takes everything that has made him great in his previous films and combines them into a Super-Gosling. The Oscar buzz is real, and if it happens it would be one of the most fun and inspired nominations in recent memory. pic.twitter.com/yxhYULZTYz

— Eric (@EHeckler) July 10, 2023

Greta Gerwig’s #Barbie is an ABSOLUTE marvel of a film. She is able to infuse this simple story with so much emotion, excitement, and comedy. Her style shines bright. Margot Robbie and gosling shine brighter then the sun, this is such a great movie. The hype is REAL. pic.twitter.com/Y6cPbT7nHS

— Brian Long (@BriansFilms) July 10, 2023

One critic praised the film as a “pitch-perfect script backed by great performances,” and this sentiment is echoed in other reactions. Another says that while the story is simple, thanks to the filmmaking of Greta Gerwig, the result is infused with plenty of emotion and comedy.

If you’ve seen the ads and been a little hesitant to pull the trigger and make your plans to head out and see Barbie in theaters given its campy nature, it seems there is a lot more to the movie than that. The film is described by one audience member as “mature, very meta, and goes to places” that many wouldn’t expect the film to tackle.

I saw #Barbie early months ago so I can finally talk about it. If you expect this movie to be more than meets the eye, than you are correct. Now while it is silly and campy, it's also mature, very meta and goes to places I was not expecting Greta to take it. pic.twitter.com/6ibzws4sU3

— MarMar (@MardarriusMM) July 10, 2023

Of course, this wall of praise comes off the back of the premiere. We won’t know for sure what the true judgment of the film is until reviews surface and fans get their chance to enjoy the movie next week.

If you’re eager to get out and see Barbie, the film will land in theaters around the globe on July 21.

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