Can a doll really be a feminist icon? Critics say Barbie is sexist. But fans expect the new film will reboot the pink plastic toy to celebrate feminine power and diversity.
Barbie movie caused global shortage of pink
Covered in pink: The director wanted the set of the Barbie movie to have a feeling of "authentic artificiality". Glossary
Greta Gerwig - An American director and actor, nominated for Academy Awards.
Empower - Give someone power, or make someone feel strong and confident.
Stereotypes - Stereotypes are ideas about how people will act, based on the group to which they belong.
STEM - Science, technology, engineering and maths. STEM is a term used to group these academic disciplines.
Feminism - Calling for women's rights with the aim of achieving gender equality.