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Remember that time we scoffed at the idea of a successful Barbie Movie? Well, we're eating our words, as the film proves to be an unexpected blockbuster, raking in over 1 billion dollars worldwide - and counting. Join us as we revisit our past predictions, dishing out a slice of humble pie bigger than Dan's Ken costume at the Barbie squad outing.

We take a nostalgic trip down Barbie lane, unpacking the film's clever nods to die-hard Barbie fans, and the surprising performances by Hollywood A-listers like Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling. We also tip our hats to the masterful direction of Greta Gerwig, and discuss the contrasting accents of Margot Robbie, which added a delightful twist to the movie. The film's surprising success has us pleasantly eating our words and we couldn’t be happier to be wrong.

Lastly, we take a deep dive into the trailer, introduce you to the newest members of our podcast production team, Hannah and Christian, and discuss the mixed reception to Ryan Gosling's performance. We also entertain the idea of a Ken movie, a potential avenue to explore the topic of toxic masculinity. Despite our initial doubts, we find ourselves in agreement with both audiences and critics - the Barbie Movie is a must-watch. So pull up a chair, grab your popcorn, and let's dissect this unexpected box office hit!

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