Every Friday there’s a piece of movie news legitimately worthy of a big TGIF: Today, that news is that Margot Robbie is in talks to play Barbie in the live-action movie of the same name, inspired by the iconic Mattel doll. Even better news: Patty Jenkins, the director who breathed new, glorious life into the DCEU with Wonder Woman, is in early talks to direct it.
For 43 years, Barbie and Ken were inseparable. Then, in 2004, just before Valentine's no less, they broke up. Most said it was a mutual decision, but I have my doubts - I think Barbie was looking for some space.
However, in 2006, Ken underwent a makeover, looking younger, hipper (not the picture you see in the post certainly), and he learned to country dance - I think. Barbie took notice.
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