Is the patriarchy fighting back? In a historic snub, Barbie’s director and lead actor both failed to secure Academy Award nominations this year. Some have been quick to point out the irony.
Disbelief and anger after Barbie Oscar snubs
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Patriarchy - A system of society where men hold power and women are excluded.
Blockbuster - A product, especially a film, that is a big success commercially.
Eponymous - Things that are named after a person or place, etc.
Antagonist - A character in a story who is presented as the main enemy or threat.
Snubs - Ignoring or treating rudely.
Oscars - A colloquial name for the Academy Awards, named after a nickname for the golden statue given to winners.
Accolade - An award, honour or privilege given to someone.
Commercial - Run or maintained to make a profit.
Bigwigs - Important people.
Popcorn movie - An informal term describing a film that is popular but is viewed as without artistic merit.
Inception - Beginning.
Subversive - Seeking to disrupt a long established system.
Corporate - Relating to large companies.
Ploy - A cunning plan or tactic.