Considering how much press Barbie got—I know I wasn't the only one fervently following Margot Robbie's press tour looks or running back that clip of "I'm Just Ken"—Barbie successfully kept most of its massive plot under wraps. Directed by Greta Gerwig and produced by and starring Robbie as the titular doll, this summer's biggest blockbuster is the first live-action Barbie film, bringing the cultural icon to life along with its loaded history and endless contradictions. It's also a hilarious romp, packed with full-body comedy and even bespoke musical numbers, all in a pretty pink package that's sure to delight even a Barbie skeptic's inner child.
But back to that plot: a lot happens in this film. Gerwig examines themes ranging from societal pressures that all women face to the generational love between mothers and daughters, packing in so much that viewers can be left reeling even before the film gets to the conclusion of Barbie's existential crisis. Below, read on for our breakdown on where everyone stands at the end of Barbie, and the life-changing decision that the titular doll makes.
