Barbie (2023)
Who directed the 2023 Barbie film?
Greta Gerwig
Define Gerwig's aesthetic
Artificial authenticity
This angle makes a character look powerful or dominant.
Low angle
"To infinity… and beyond!" comes from which film?
Toy Story
Define “symbolism.”
The use of objects, colours, or characters to represent ideas or concepts.
In the film, what causes Stereotypical Barbie to start glitching, leading to her visiting 'Weird Barbie'?
A flat foot
Which architectural period influenced the design of Barbieland
Mid-century modern and Palm Springs style
When the camera moves smoothly alongside a character, it's using this movement.
Tracking shot
Finish this quote from the Hunger Games: "May the odds..."
"Be ever in your favour"
Define “intertextuality.”
References from one text that appear in another
At the end of the film, Ken realises that he doe not have to live solely for Barbie, and does not need her approval all the time. He is _______
Kenough
Name 3 intertextual references that occur in the film
Teacher & class judge
What is textual hybridity?
When a text mixes elements from different genres
“Life finds a way” is a quote from which film franchise?
Jurassic Park
Define “juxtaposition.”
Placing two things close together to highlight their differences or create contrast.
What is the name of the character who helps Barbie understand the real world and the idea of patriarchy?
Gloria
Which rock legend performed on "I'm Just Ken?"
Slash from Guns and Roses
What is non-diegetic sound?
Sound added for the audience, not heard by characters (soundtrack, voice-over).
"Pop and snap!"
This line is from which famous film?
Legally Blonde
Define “satire.”
Using humour and exaggeration to point out the flaws in people and society
The final scene shows Barbie taking a big step into real life. What appointment is she going to?
A gynaecologist appointment
What film star inspired Ken's fur coat?
Sylvester 'Sly' Stalone
Mise en scene is...
everything placed in front of the camera to create meaning in a scene. It includes elements like setting, costuming, props etc...
Which film contains the theme song, "Everything is awesome!"
The Lego Movie
Define “feminism.”
A social, political and cultural movement aimed at achieving equality between genders