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Barbie, on the other hand, is interpreted as an artistic statement about womanhood. The film's portrayal of a matriarchal society, where Barbie embodies ultimate authority and Ken embodies parody, points to critiques of feminism that emphasize empowerment and societal roles. Critics like Ben Shapiro criticize it as confusing and incoherent, while others like Michael Knowles see it as a conservative commentary subtly embedded within a supposedly feminist narrative.