I didn't expect to like Barbie as much as I did, but I enjoyed most aspects of it.

There's an edge to the humor, the performances are convincing (Robbie and Gosling go all in, and it makes the film so much better), and there's plenty on screen that is both funny and relates to the real world.

Beat for beat, the story isn't particularly surprising. You can see where it's headed a mile away. But the way it carves its own path there using its unique premise, the property, and its stylistic blend of modern humor that reflects the real world is particularly well done. Everything comes together well.

Though I don't love it as much as most people due to aforementioned predictability and some of the jokes not landing as well as others, it's still a fun time. Oh, and "I'm Just Ken" is an absolute banger.