Barbie Movie : a celebration of White Feminism and Pink Capitalism (why the oscar snub?!)

In 2023, the release of the Barbie movie sparked excitement among fans and ignited discussions on feminism, consumerism, and Barbie’s role in pop culture. Produced by Mattel, it was commercially successful but drew criticism for its portrayal of feminism and perceived “male-bashing.“ Despite star-studded casting, debates raged over its messaging, with some seeing it as a marketing ploy exploiting feminist ideals for profit. The film’s controversy fueled broader discussions on Hollywood’s commitment to diversity. As Barbie continued to dominate cultural conversations, the movie served as a lens to explore the complexities of feminism, capitalism, and pop culture in the 21st century. Anyway, welcome to DailyAmine. This is your destination for serious discussions on pop culture, mysteries, and the intriguing world of Hollywood. ************************************************************************ Chapters : 00:00 : Opening Theme 00:37 : Intro 03:37 : Birth of a project 07:30 : A new classic ? 12:54 : Is Barbie a feminist icon ? 20:08 : Feminism and Hollywood 25:02 : Barbie’s problematic feminism 37:48 : Conclusion 🔗 Connect with us: * Instagram: / daily_amine * TikTok : / dailyamine And don’t forget to subscribe, like, comment and share ! Buy Rafia Zakaria’s book here : Buy (and read) Ruby Hamad’s book here :