2023's Barbie movie took the world by storm, uniting lovers of the popular character and providing a fantasy comedy film with heart, humor, social commentary, and good old fun. Director Greta Gerwig, known for titles like Lady Bird (2017) and Little Women (2019), crafted a film that encompasses what it means to be a woman and the struggles that come with it, grounding the seemingly impenetrable paragon of perfection in a way that makes her beautifully human.