The world of cinema recently witnessed a captivating spectacle as Warner Bros. Pictures introduced audiences to the vivid and enchanting Barbie Land. Ready for home audiences, the movie that won the hearts of millions is set for another round of appreciation. As the film surpasses the coveted $1 billion mark, it’s clear thatBarbieisn’t just a beloved toy but also a blockbuster sensation.
Whilethe cinema release thrilled audiences, the transition to home viewing often carries with it a few extra treasures: deleted scenes. These are the snippets that didn’t make the final cut but offer an added depth to the narrative. Rodrigo Prieto, the cinematographer behind Barbie’s mesmerizing visuals, spills the beans on some of these unseen moments in a recent chat withVariety.
One such instance he hinted at involved the ever-enigmaticHelen Mirren, where she intriguingly “blocks the camera”. Prieto remained tight-lipped about the specifics but left the audience hungry for more. Prieto disclosed:
“There were many moments that ended up on the cutting room floor. There are many things that I imagine will start coming out. “It was a little additional moment [where] Helen Mirren then blocks the camera. I can’t really say much more.”
He also shared insights about a particular scene reminiscent of the classicJaws. It involved a dramatic shot centered on Allan. “We did this shot on Allan that emulated Jaws. He’s terrified [when] Ken hits a wave and then flies in the air. There’s a moment where the police officer sees someone being eaten in the water. The camera does this push-in, it’s a move where you use a zoom and you’re dialing into the character while zooming back at the same time. The effect is that the background changes — the shot, and his performance, [were] very dramatic.,” Prieto elaborated.
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But for those unfamiliar with this groundbreaking film, what isBarbieall about? Set in the utopian world of Barbie Land, perfection is the status quo. Yet, even in such a place, existential crises aren’t a rarity. Especiallyif you happen to be a Ken. Greta Gerwig, an Oscar-nominated maestro, weaves this narrative, presenting the enigmatic world of Barbie and her companions. The stellar ensemble includes Oscar nominees Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling in the roles of the iconic Barbie and Ken. The film showcases the acting prowess of America Ferrera, Kate McKinnon, Michael Cera, and others, with Dua Lipa and Helen Mirren shining brightly.
With the combined brilliance of Greta Gerwig directing and Noah Baumbach’s screenplay, inspired by Mattel’s Barbie, viewers are in for a treat.
As viewers now dive into this world from the comforts of their homes, one can’t help but wonder about the lost moments that Prieto alluded to. Beyond its inherent brilliance, the film’s unrevealed moments introduce a fresh dimension of charm. With Mattel eyeing a foray into more live-action adaptations of their toys, one can only anticipate the magic they’ll conjure next.
