Watching 30 Minutes of Barbie Was Like Hell; Werner Herzog
Watching 30 Minutes of Barbie Was Like Hell; Werner Herzog. The Herzog shares a similar reaction to Barbie as other filmmakers and critics might interpret.
By Megan Sauer
The reaction of Herzog also reminds us of how other filmmakers and critics might interpret Barbie from similar perspectives.
Acclaimed film director Werner Herzog, recognized for his masterpieces such as Aguirre, the Wrath of God and Fitzcarraldo, has surprised with his comments about the recent film Barbie, directed by Greta Gerwig.
In an interview with Piers Morgan (via World of Reel), Herzog revealed his experience watching the first 30 minutes of the film, describing it as an experience that resembled hell itself.
According to Herzog, his curiosity led him to tune in to Barbie, although he could only make it through the first half hour of the movie. In his own words, the director said: “I wanted to see it because I was intrigued, and I still don’t have an answer, but I have a suspicion.”
Is the world of ‘Barbie’ truly a living hell? As for the movie ticket, as an audience, you can witness pure hell as close as possible.”
Herzog’s statement could cause a stir among cinephiles and film critics, who will be eager to learn more details about his strange interpretation of Barbie as a representation of hell on the big screen.
The idea of ​​a filmmaker as revered as Herzog viewing the film from such a unique and unusual perspective might even spark renewed interest in Gerwig’s work.
The movie Barbie, starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, has been critically acclaimed and has broken box office records since its release. However, Herzog’s vision offers a fascinating new way to interpret the film, adding layers of complexity to its narrative and theme.
Although Herzog only saw a fraction of the film, his commentary has opened a debate about the meaning and interpretation of Barbie as a work of cinema. Does Barbie’s world really represent a version of hell, or did Herzog mean that watching the film made him feel like hell?
Herzog’s reaction also reminds us of how other filmmakers and critics might interpret Barbie from similar perspectives. With directors such as Ruben Ostlund, John Carpenter, and Kelly Reichardt previously expressing their bewilderment towards the film, Herzog’s statement could influence how the work is perceived and analyzed in the future.
Werner Herzog’s statement about Barbie has added a new layer of intrigue and debate surrounding one of the most talked about films of the year. His unique and provocative perspective has challenged conventional perceptions of film and generated renewed interest in the work of Greta Gerwig from an exciting new perspective.
