Warner Bros’ recent release, Barbie, has made history by crossing the $1 billion mark at the global box office. Directed solely by Greta Gerwig, this achievement also marks a milestone for the renowned filmmaker as the first woman to reach such success as a solo director.
The movie’s rapid climb to the billion-dollar mark is nothing short of impressive, taking just 17 days since its release. Jeff Goldstein, Warner Bros’ president of domestic distribution in the U.S., expressed his excitement and appreciation for Gerwig’s work, stating, This is a watershed moment for ‘Barbie’, and no one but Greta Gerwig could have brought this cross-generational icon and her world to life in such a funny, emotional, and entertaining story.
Barbie stars the talented Margot Robbie as the iconic doll herself, with Ryan Gosling playing the role of Ken. The film has earned $459 million in the U.S. and an impressive $572 million internationally. Robbie, who is thrilled about the film’s reception, shared her hopes for audiences to have an opinion on Barbie, regardless of whether they liked it or not.
Speaking before the film’s release to Entertainment Tonight, Robbie expressed her excitement, saying, There’s always that thing when you make a movie and you love it and you care about it so much and you hope that people are gonna like it and even see it. Like even if they don’t like it, I just hope they see it and get to form an opinion. But I feel like so many people are gonna see this movie that it’s really exciting.
Robbie also commended Gerwig for her unique vision and the way she has brought Barbie into the world. She emphasized Gerwig’s creativity and stated, Greta bringing it into the world today in the way that only Greta Gerwig can is what makes this movie worth making right now.
This groundbreaking achievement not only showcases the widespread appeal of the iconic Barbie brand but also highlights the incredible talent and potential of female directors. With its global success, Barbie has proven that movies are back in a big way, drawing audiences from all demographics.
As the film continues to dominate box office records, it remains to be seen just how far Barbie can go in the real world. The combination of Gerwig’s directorial prowess, Robbie’s stellar performance, and the enduring popularity of the Barbie brand has undoubtedly set a new standard in the film industry and broken barriers for aspiring women directors worldwide.
