Greta Gerwig explains how Snyder’s slasher comedy could have been different.
In the wider universe of Barbieland, a cinematic wink is about to change the course of the now-viral comedy. The Barbie movie, that pastel-colored odyssey with Margot Robbie at the helm, weaves a narrative that transcends the boundaries of convention, echoing Ridley Scott’s cult masterpiece, Blade Runner. But, in a scripted twist, the last reference was to Snyder’s slasher Justice League.
A look at humor in a plastic world
Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach, the masterminds of this extraordinary project, have created a script that lovingly mocks great works of cinematography. Among the endless Easter eggs, Zack Snyder’s comedy about the most challenging fans stands out, but it was originally directed by a completely different director.
According to the co-writers, in an early version, one of the film’s star moments involved none other than Ridley Scott, who would leave his mark as a star on Barbieland. Picture the scenario: Barbie, newly brainwashed, torn between versions of Blade Runner, contemplating Deckard and his status as duplicates. This list, a scan for film lovers, shows the willingness of screenwriters to pay tribute to the images they respect.
Ken and Barbie for the new era
In this modern tableau, Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling are not simple playthings in the hands of fate, but spokesmen of Barbieland and the rebel and rediscoverer. Already established for her versatility in roles that defy stereotypes, Robbie gives Barbie an unexpected depth, while Gosling’s undeniable character turns Kane into something more than a plastic companion. The duo along with a stellar cast are responsible for leading this hilarious journey on the big screen.
In a world where superhero movies dominate the box office, a Barbie movie promises to be a breath of fresh air. It is not just a display of cinephile references, but a mirror that reflects the risk and laughter of a society looking nostalgically to redefine its future. With this film, Gerwig and Baumbach aim to present a narrative that, like the layers of a puppet, reveals more and more with each viewing.
“Kendo” and breaking conventions
Snyder’s cut in the film wasn’t to lighten the joke, but to show the changes in perspective. Just as Kane, played by Ryan Gosling, revels in revealing and twisting the power structure in Barbieland, Snyder’s Cut references the character’s altered state of mind. Although Snyder’s fan community took the joke seriously, Gerwig said in an interview that her intention was nothing more than to create a joke that paralleled the main character’s transformation.
The decision to replace the allusion to Blade Runner with the Snyder Cut of Justice League suggests a more contemporary pulse, a new reference that resonates with modern audiences. And finally, both the cast joke and the one on the screen want to celebrate the films that have marked the history of cinema.
A Barbie movie isn’t just a journey of self-discovery and challenging gender roles. It is also a summary of Odes to the Seventh Art, a reflection of how even the world of plastic can contain playful and loving critiques of the great narratives that have shaped us. And although Snyder takes center stage in the jokes, there is no doubt that every cinephile reference is chosen and carved with pure love, a fiery tribute to the icons that continue to inspire us every day.