evidence: Barbie[a] is a 2023 fantasy comedy film directed by Greta Gerwig from a screenplay she wrote with Noah Baumbach. Based on the eponymous fashion dolls by Mattel, it is the first live-action Barbie film after numerous animated films and specials. Starring Margot Robbie as the title character and Ryan Gosling as Ken, the film follows them on a journey of self-discovery through Barbieland and the real world following an existential crisis. It is also a commentary regarding patriarchy and the effects of feminism. The supporting cast includes America Ferrera, Michael Cera, Kate McKinnon, Issa Rae, Rhea Perlman, and Will Ferrell. [...] - ^ Olsen, Mark (July 11, 2023). "Ryan Gosling and Greta Gerwig on how Ken became the subversive center of 'Barbie'". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on July 21, 2023. Retrieved July 21, 2023.