Greta Gerwig’s Barbie movie may be breaking box office records, but it hasn’t been without its share of criticism. Many have voiced their concerns about the film being perceived as anti-man. Even billionaire Elon Musk joined in the conversation, commenting that if viewers took a shot every time the word “patriarchy” was mentioned in the movie, they’d likely pass out before it ends.
Indian TV actor Juhi Parmar also recently expressed her dissatisfaction with the film. In an Instagram post, she shared her shock at the movie’s “inappropriate language and sexual connotations.” Juhi claimed that she had to leave the theater after just 10-15 minutes, and she believes many parents followed suit due to the misleading content presented in a movie that should be an integral part of a child’s life.
The Greta Gerwig-directed film stars Margot Robbie as Barbie and Ryan Gosling as Ken. It hit theaters on July 21 and has received a mixed response from audiences, with both appreciation for its success and criticism for its content.