The first 30 minutes of "Barbie" had me intrigued and entertained. With its colorful world and charming characters,The beginning was fun, light-hearted, and had that nostalgic touch that brought back fond memories.

However, as the movie progressed, it took an unexpected turn towards heavy themes of feminine power and patriarchy. While these concepts are important and relevant, they felt out of place in a Barbie movie. The shift in tone became overwhelming and overshadowed the initial enjoyment.

I wanted to love this movie, but the burden of tackling such complex ideas seemed misplaced in the Barbie universe. It lost the essence of what makes a Barbie movie special-simple yet heartwarming stories with valuable life lessons. The movie became a bit too preachy and lost its magical charm.

In the end, "Barbie" had the potential to be a delightful family film, but the weighty themes proved to be too much for a franchise known for its light and cheerful nature. It left me longing for the simple joy and innocent fun that Barbie movies used to bring.