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Barbie
2012·Movie
·13min·
Barbie fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace4
- Tension3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age9
- Hopefulness8
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Situational Comedy2
- Physical Comedy2
World
Growing up, everyday modern life, and family
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion5
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting6
- Character Depth6
- Direction5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's hopeful and wholesome. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumGrowing up, everyday modern life, and family
Its world is built around growing up, everyday modern life, and family.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
Soniya is going to be a first grader and she is happy for this however she faces this reality that to go to school she has to wear what she does not like.
Children's FilmFamily-FriendlySocial IssuesSchool LifeContemporary SettingHopeful NarrativeComing-of-Age StoryEducationalSimple Storytelling
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Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about Barbie
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Barbie worth watching?
61
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.1, Rotten Tomatoes 88%, and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Barbie?
0 h 13 min
Barbie runs 0 h 13 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Barbie?
Critics84
Audiences61
Not quite. Critics rate Barbie higher (84) than audiences (61). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Barbie in?
Persian
It was made in Persian. Produced in Iran.
What tropes does Barbie use?
Celebrity ParadoxEnds with a SmileEveryone Has StandardsMisaimed FandomSliding Scale of Gender InequalityBread, Eggs, Milk, SquickPink Means FeminineRefusal of the CallHell-Bent for LeatherMy God, What Have I Done?Hands-On ApproachCorrupt Corporate Executiveand 205 more
TV Tropes lists 217 storytelling tropes for Barbie, including Celebrity Paradox, Ends with a Smile, Everyone Has Standards.