The film, directed by Greta Gerwig, is simply the second biggest release of 2023 so far. See which movies inspired Barbie!
5 Movies That Inspired The Barbie Movie
Barbie is the subject of the moment. The film, directed by Greta Gerwig, is simply the second biggest release of 2023 so far. Its director was so successful that, despite her genius and talent, she was inspired by other film productions.
“The Umbrellas of Love”, “The Truman Show” and “The Wizard of Oz” are some examples. See the list below and access the links to watch each movie.
The Umbrellas of Love (1964)
The film “The Umbrellas of Love”, directed by Frenchman Jacques Demy, was a certain source of inspiration for the Barbie movie.
The biggest influence is on the visual aspect. The musical, starring Catherine Deneuve, tells the story of young lovers separated by war and stands out for its vibrant color palette and striking visual design.
Grease: In the Time of Brilhantina (1978)
If you’ve watched the iconic musical film “Grease: In the Shining Times”, you’ll definitely notice a certain similarity in a specific scene from the Barbie movie.
Not much to say, especially if you haven’t seen the Barbie movie and don’t want spoilers. But when you watch it, you’ll know what I’m talking about.
The Truman Show: The Lifetime Show (1998)
“The Truman Show: The Show of Life” is a classic film starring Jim Carrey and which also served as inspiration for Barbie’s plot.
Both films share a narrative in which the protagonist goes in search of the truth behind the world around them, with the desire to escape a reality that was built around them.
The Wizard of Oz (1939)
The classic “Wizard of Oz” also served as the basis for the movie Barbie, as did the movie theater in Barbie land and the pink brick road.
While “The Wizard of Oz” presents a fantasy where a girl leaves the real world to enter a fantastic realm, Barbie’s plot follows a similar trajectory, but in reverse.
Singin’ in the Rain (1952)
Finally, the list includes another cinema classic: “Singing in the Rain”, which director Greta Gerwig has already said is her favorite film. It is possible to see that Barbie carries some elements of this classic musical plot of the 50’s.
The colors and the visual atmosphere of the Barbie movie create an emotional connection between the two works.