This goofy film skewers M/F stereotypes then addresses Existentialism, so ... yeah ... there's a hint of depth in this toy-centric fantasy.

This film is worth seeing for certain gags (e.g., "Depression Barbie" is inspired -- could have been from an episode of Robot Chicken). Sure, it's a one-joke premise stretched into a feature-length film, but it's an interesting premise and does have its moments. Kids may not understand all of the jokes and social commentary, but that's a small price to pay for making this film a tolerable watch for adults.

Margot Robbie does an excellent job of playing "Stereotypical Barbie" (seriously; that's her name). She puts her megawatt smile to good use; it rapidly becomes a defensive (and comically desperate) facade when she begins questioning her sanity, reality and identity, which leads to an odd spiritual journey.

The casting, acting, and set pieces are all spot-on for this neon fantasy, although the pacing is a bit uneven, as if there's a need to fill time. Some dance numbers are tedious.

This movie takes a brief look at what it MEANS to be human, from the POV of something that isn't. Look beneath the surface, and you might see hints of deeper themes.

This rates six (6) stars in my view.