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Barbie movie: Marketing was great, but film was a letdown

The packaging of the "Barbie" movie was more enticing than the lackluster content it contained. Despite a year-long marketing campaign and numerous promotional activities, the film turned out to be a disappointment.

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Taken aback by the criticism, Barbie exclaims, "She thinks I'm a fascist?! I don't control the railways or the flow of commerce!" This eye-roll-inducing exchange epitomizes the film's misguided attempt at humor, which consistently undermines character development and plot progression, alienating anyone seeking genuine enjoyment. What's worse is that the filmmakers seem deluded into thinking that this "Barbie" movie is something more than a mere merchandise-driven scheme.