Ordinary Unhappiness UNLOCKED: 25: Wild Analysis: Barbie
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Jan 13, 2024 This unlocked Patreon episode of Ordinary Unhappiness discusses the film Barbie, exploring gender politics, playfulness, dreams, and feminist utopian literature. The hosts question the portrayal of Ken, analyze Barbie as a reaction formation to evolving gender consciousness, and examine the lack of social issues in Barbie's world. They also discuss the complexities of playing with Barbies, explore a feminist utopian society, and express disappointment in the film's lack of exploration of aging and intergenerational relationships.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Barbie Foot and Feminist Upbringing
04:26 • 9min
Pastiche in Joss Whedon Films
13:53 • 6min
The Complexities of Playing with Barbies
20:15 • 16min
Exploring a Feminist Utopian Society and the Role of Men
36:22 • 2min
Examining the Turning Point and Lack of Social Issues in Barbie's World
38:36 • 3min
41:51 • 2min
Play, Nostalgia, and Disappointment
43:26 • 25min
Political Expectations and Critiques
01:08:05 • 20min