Ep. 538: Barbie (2023)

Hello Trashbags! The GenreCast is back to wrap up the year 2023 proper with a tradition we've been observing the past few years—a look at the highest grossing (Domestic) movie of the year. And this year, we've gone pink as Barbie hits the analysis table. Greta Gerwig's take on the iconic doll created a firestorm over the summer—are we charmed with it? Is it Kenough? Or is it time to move out of the Barbie world? Tune in now as we ask these questions and more while discussing Barbie. TIMESTAMPS 00:30 - Introductions and Synopsis 02:32 - Quick Barbie Reviews 14:11 - Expanding the Syllabus 25:33 - Analysis 46:44 - Shelf or Trash 52:49 - Wrap Up and Next Week's Film