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Sorry, but Barbie is not a "lighthearted fantasy comedy". I watched it yesterday and it is about "thoughts of death", conflicts beween different sexes, pain, anger, selfdought. So how can it be lighthearted? No way! Watch it again
Lighthearted Fantasy Comedy versus kafkaeque Tragicomedy Bernadette1303 (talk) 11:52, 22 July 2023 (UTC)
Kafkaesque
adjective
characteristic or reminiscent of the oppressive or nightmarish qualities of Franz Kafka's fictional world.
"a Kafkaesque bureaucratic office" Bernadette1303 (talk) 12:07, 22 July 2023 (UTC)
Well, I understand that you had a different experience watching the Barbie movie, but I still firmly believe it falls under the category of a lighthearted fantasy comedy. The plot summary sets the stage for a whimsical and colorful world in Barbie Land, where Barbie and Ken seem to be having a delightful time.
While it's true that the characters may encounter conflicts and challenges when they enter the real world, it doesn't necessarily negate the overall lightheartedness of the film. Many comedies incorporate moments of conflict and self-doubt to create a relatable and engaging storyline.
In Barbie movies, the conflicts and obstacles are often presented in a way that is suitable for a family-friendly audience. The film tends to maintain a positive and uplifting tone, using humor and imaginative elements to navigate through serious topics while keeping the essence of a fantasy world intact.
Different viewers may interpret the movie's themes and messages in various ways, but the intention behind Barbie movies typically revolves around entertainment, inspiring creativity, and offering a fantastical escape for audiences of all ages. It's all about finding that balance between thought-provoking moments and the playful, joyous atmosphere that characterizes a lighthearted fantasy comedy.
I encourage you to re-watch the movie with the perspective of its underlying themes complementing the overall lightheartedness. You might find that the movie has more layers to enjoy, making it a delightful and engaging experience ! Alexandria Bucephalous (talk) 14:55, 22 July 2023 (UTC)
Neither of you should be importing your own views of the film in the editing of this article. We are supposed to strictly report how the film is described by reliable sources. Anything else is original research. ––FormalDude(talk) 15:14, 22 July 2023 (UTC)
Kafkaesque tragicomedy
Kafkaesque Literature
Franz Kafka (1883-1924) was a Czech-born German-language writer whose surreal fiction vividly expressed the anxiety, alienation, and powerlessness of the individual in the 20th century. Kafka's work is characterized by nightmarish settings in which characters are crushed by nonsensical, blind authority. Thus, the word Kafkaesque is often applied to bizarre and impersonal administrative situations where the individual feels powerless to understand or control what is happening. Bernadette1303 (talk) 12:10, 22 July 2023 (UTC)
