Barbie director Ken revealed that it was written with Ryan Gosling in mind, even though he's never met him

The Barbie doll has now sold $472 million worldwide

Greta Gerwig Says She Knew Ryan Gosling Would Bring All The Real Energy To Barbie

Greta Gerwig says she knew Ryan Gosling brought all the real energy to Barbie (Photo: Instagram and IMDB)

Barbie is currently dominating theaters critically and commercially, making it one of the biggest films of 2023 so far. Aside from the unique thematic approach, one of the film's biggest highlights was Margot Robbie as Barbie and Ryan Gosling as Ken.

Gosling's casting was heavily criticized from the start, but director Greta Gerwig defended the casting, saying that Gosling brought all the "energy" the role required.

"You know actors... I feel like they know what's funny. I've always felt that way about him," he said on the SmartLess podcast. He influenced her decision.

He elaborated, "And I'm a huge fan of all of his 'SNL,' and I've always thought he was great on 'SNL.' And that was great."

Gerwig also revealed that she wrote the role of Ken with Ryan Gosling in mind, saying, "We wrote his name in the script and everything... and [Gosling's name] was all over the place." And when we gave them the script, the studio was like, "Oh, how great you know Ryan." And I thought, "Oh, I don't know Ryan." I've never met Ryan, so I don't know. "

Gosling has been described by many as the best part of the film, especially in his role as "The Beggar", as Gosling was considered "too old" for the role. His casting was heavily criticized in the early stages. However, Gosling said he was happy with the role and would definitely play Ken.

People magazine reported that Greta also called the film "woke" and "too preachy" and said some right-wing conservatives were burning Barbie dolls until Constitution Day. They asked me how I dealt with the criticism of this sect. New York Times. "Yes, I have a lot of passion," Gerwig replied.

"My hope for this film is that it becomes an invitation to everyone to join the party and let go of what doesn't necessarily serve them as men and women. With all the passion it has, I hope that by seeing it and engaging at that". I can give them some of the peace that I have given others."

Gerwig's optimism paid off, and "Barbie" did very well with the unique approach of Barbie leaving Barbieland to explore the complexities of the real modern world and explore the issue of patriarchy. Both the left and the right enjoy it. Capitalism, unrealistic beauty standards to look beautiful, etc.

The Barbie doll starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling has already grossed $472 million worldwide.