Barbie

I absolutely adored this, but its reception upset me -- my mom and so many people I know didn't like this movie. most days I feel an intense connection with women, women who are my sisters when facing a reality not built for them. it is both surprising and frightening when a movie that sharply highlights these systemic oppressions cannot, or will not, be understood by some to which it is meant to speak. still, in my conversations with my mom, I see a way forward. although Barbie spoke to so many women, I ask for more movies like this that can lead to the conversations that tip the scales for the others.