The release of the highly anticipated Barbie movie has been met with controversy and speculation. Fans have eagerly awaited details about the cast, soundtrack, and plot, which have been kept tightly under wraps. However, when the official trailer was finally released, it caused a significant stir in Vietnam, leading to a ban on the film’s release. The controversy stems from an image in the trailer featuring Margot Robbie’s Barbie and Kate McKinnon’s character. In the background, there is a childlike drawing of a world map, which Vietnamese officials claim depicts the South China Sea and the disputed nine-dash line.
Vietnamese officials argue that this depiction supports China’s claim to the area, which is contested by Vietnam and other neighboring countries. This portrayal has been deemed illegal and a violation of Vietnam’s sovereignty. However, Warner Bros., the studio behind the film, denies any intentional political statement and describes the image as a “childlike crayon drawing” meant to illustrate Barbie’s fantastical journey from Barbie Land to the real world.
Despite the controversy, Screen Rant predicts that Barbie’s opening weekend will generate $93 million. The film has generated significant buzz on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, and its marketing efforts have extended to limited edition collaborations with Xbox, Homesick, Coldstone, and Mattel. This indicates the widespread excitement for the movie, which features an all-star cast including Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, America Ferrara, and more. Fans can catch Barbie in theaters on July 21.
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