Subject Area
Section 2: Batman, Barbie, & Busyness
Abstract
The record-breaking and highly successful hit movie, Barbie, may have more depth than a simple film concerning a plastic doll. After carefully watching and studying, I have reached the firm conclusion that there are clear Biblical allusions throughout the Barbie movie. While one can ascertain these allusions using a Christian lens, it is important to highlight that the director of the film, Greta Gerwig, has confirmed her movie to be Biblically inspired due to her religious background. I believe it is important to seek how Christ is being reflected in film whether His reflection is intended by the creator or not. Since discovering there are more parallels to Christianity in entertainment than we realize, it has altered the way I watch movies. Using Christian interpretation, Barbie reflects Christian themes and stories such as the Garden of Eden, purpose, and Creator versus Creation.
