Greta Gerwig discusses the process of making the movie 'Barbie', highlighting the costumes, production design, and performances.
The film 'Barbie' features humorous and honest dialogues among female characters, addressing topics like patriarchy and feminism.
The visually captivating spectacle of the film 'Barbie' is enhanced by vibrant colors, extravagant costumes, and lively set designs.
Deep dives
The Excitement of Seeing Greta Gerwig
The director Greta Gerwig is discussed, along with her involvement in different movies, like Little Women and Barbie. The excitement of working with other directors and being part of the filmmaking community is highlighted.
The Humorous and Honest Dialogues in the Movie
The movie features humorous and honest dialogues, especially among the female characters. The conversations between the women in the film address topics like patriarchy and feminism, providing a fresh perspective through their blunt and genuine exchanges.
The Visual Elements and the Spectacle of the Film
The film utilizes vibrant colors, extravagant costumes, and lively set designs to create a visually captivating spectacle. The maximalist approach allows for overwhelming and immersive visuals, enhancing the entertaining experience.
The Emotional Impact and Universality of the Film
The film evokes emotions and resonates emotionally, with the plain and intellectually engaging conversations among women being a standout element. The film's portrayal of emotional and intellectual honesty without the sway of sexual expectations or manipulations is refreshing and relatable.
Reflecting on the making of the movie 'Barbie'
The podcast episode features a conversation between the host and the guest, discussing the process of making the movie 'Barbie'. They talk about the unique qualities of the film that allowed it to hold a lot of music and be a joyful project. The guest highlights the incredible performances and the writing, emphasizing the comedic moments throughout the movie. They also delve into the story of the creator of Barbie, Ruth Handler, and her connection to breast cancer, which adds depth to the understanding of the character and the impact of the doll.
Exploring the emotional impact of the movie
The podcast episode explores the emotional impact of the movie 'Barbie' on both the audience and the people involved in its production. The conversation delves into how the movie can evoke joy and open up emotions in men, and the guest expresses their personal fascination with men dancing. They discuss the power of dance and the ability of musicals to create a sense of overwhelming emotion. The guest also reflects on the resonance and nostalgia of the Narnia series and their upcoming project of adapting it for the screen.
The last time Greta Gerwig was on WTF, she had just directed her first solo feature, the independent film Lady Bird. Now she returns after directing and co-writing the biggest movie of 2023, Barbie. Greta talks with Marc about everything that went into making it, including the costumes, the production design, the performances, the comedy, the music and the personal vision she set out to communicate within the contours of a $140 million summer blockbuster.
