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Here’s which movies you can see downtown during the 2024 Ann Arbor Summer Festival
Read full article: Here’s which movies you can see downtown during the 2024 Ann Arbor Summer FestivalThe movies are part of the Ann Arbor Summer Festival’s outdoor Movies by Moonlight series offered between June 18-30 during the Top of Park events.
'Oppenheimer' crowned best picture at an Academy Awards shadowed by war
Read full article: 'Oppenheimer' crowned best picture at an Academy Awards shadowed by war“Oppenheimer,” a solemn three-hour biopic that became an unlikely billion-dollar box-office sensation, was crowed best picture at a 96th Academy Awards that doubled as a coronation for Christopher Nolan.
The Oscars are almost here. Here's what to know and how to watch
Read full article: The Oscars are almost here. Here's what to know and how to watchAfter a winter barrage of award shows — the Emmys, the Golden Globes, the Grammys — the grandaddy of them all, the Academy Awards, are around the corner.
Taylor Drift and Clark W. Blizzwald take top honors in Minnesota snowplow-naming contest
Read full article: Taylor Drift and Clark W. Blizzwald take top honors in Minnesota snowplow-naming contestTravelers in northwestern Minnesota can shake off their trepidation about hitting the winter roads knowing Taylor Drift is clearing a path ahead of them.
'Barbie' Oscars snubs prompt a backlash, even from Ken (and Hillary)
Read full article: 'Barbie' Oscars snubs prompt a backlash, even from Ken (and Hillary)When the Academy Awards passed over Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie for best director and best actress for “Barbie,” many saw some the patriarchy of their film at work.
Diane Warren and past winners Mark Ronson and Billie Eilish react to 2024 Oscar music nominations
Read full article: Diane Warren and past winners Mark Ronson and Billie Eilish react to 2024 Oscar music nominationsThe often-nominated Diane Warren and past winners Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt and sibling duo Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell are among the nominees for music awards for the 2024 Oscars.
Was 2023 a tipping point for movies? 'Barbie' success and Marvel struggles may signal a shift
Read full article: Was 2023 a tipping point for movies? 'Barbie' success and Marvel struggles may signal a shiftFor the first time in more than two decades, the top three movies at the box office this year didn't include a sequel or a remake.
What to stream this week: Barbenheimer, 'New Year's Rockin' Eve' and K-pop act TVXQ
Read full article: What to stream this week: Barbenheimer, 'New Year's Rockin' Eve' and K-pop act TVXQThis week’s new streaming entertainment releases include the return of “Night Court” and the release of an early K-pop sensation, the boy band TVXQ.
After 12 years, two children and 'Barbie,' Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach quietly marry
Read full article: After 12 years, two children and 'Barbie,' Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach quietly marryGreta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach are officially married, their representative told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
The Golden Globe nominees are out. Let the awards season of Barbenheimer begin – Analysis
Read full article: The Golden Globe nominees are out. Let the awards season of Barbenheimer begin – AnalysisEarly awards in Hollywood’s unfurling awards season have gone to films like Celine Song’s tender relationship drama “Past Lives,” Jonathan Glazer’s piercing Holocaust film “The Zone of Interest” and Martin Scorsese’s sprawling Osage murders epic “Killers of the Flower Moon.”.
‘Gran Turismo' and ‘Barbie’ are neck-and-neck at the box office
Read full article: ‘Gran Turismo' and ‘Barbie’ are neck-and-neck at the box office“Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story” and “Barbie” are in a dead heat for the box-office crown, with the video game adaptation just edging Greta Gerwig’s pop sensation, according to studio estimates Sunday.
Initially delayed, the 'Barbie' movie is now set to be released in the United Arab Emirates
Read full article: Initially delayed, the 'Barbie' movie is now set to be released in the United Arab EmiratesThe United Arab Emirates has approved the release of the “Barbie” movie after a three-week delay over possible content issues.
Mattel posts a surprise profit as Barbie sales fall despite movie hype
Read full article: Mattel posts a surprise profit as Barbie sales fall despite movie hypeThe “Barbie” movie created magic at the box office, but the iconic doll’s parent Mattel is bracing for it to make a big difference in the toy aisles.
In 'Barbie,' 'Oppenheimer' smash success, audiences send message to Hollywood: Give us something new
Read full article: In 'Barbie,' 'Oppenheimer' smash success, audiences send message to Hollywood: Give us something newIn the massive movie weekend of “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer,” there were many winners.
Seeing ‘Barbie’ was the most fun I’ve ever had in a movie theater
Read full article: Seeing ‘Barbie’ was the most fun I’ve ever had in a movie theaterFrom the second the giant Mattel logo showed up on the screen at the start of the movie, till the colorful ending credits, I had the most magical time watching “Barbie” in a movie theater with my friends.
Vietnam bans 'Barbie' movie due to an illustration showing China's territorial claim
Read full article: Vietnam bans 'Barbie' movie due to an illustration showing China's territorial claimState media have reported that Vietnam has banned distribution of the popular "Barbie" movie because it includes a view of a map showing disputed Chinese territorial claims in the South China Sea.
Mattel launches new Barbie doll to portray person with Down syndrome
Read full article: Mattel launches new Barbie doll to portray person with Down syndromeAccording to company officials, Mattel's new Barbie doll with Down syndrome is meant to inspire not only children with Down syndrome but all kids.
New footage from 'Dune 2,' 'Barbie' unveiled at CinemaCon
Read full article: New footage from 'Dune 2,' 'Barbie' unveiled at CinemaConIn a starry presentation that included Timothée Chalamet, Oprah Winfrey, Zendaya and a first look at ‘Dune: Part Two,’ “Barbie” was no doubt the brightest star of Warner Bros.
This theory about the ‘Barbie’ movie is blowing my mind
Read full article: This theory about the ‘Barbie’ movie is blowing my mindThe trailer for the upcoming “Barbie” movie had just about every thing: a wonderful pink Barbie world, colorful outfits and hair, Margot Robbie and her Barbie feet and Ryan Gosling with bleach blonde Ken hair.
Barbie introduces Dr. Jane Goodall doll, made from recycled plastic
Read full article: Barbie introduces Dr. Jane Goodall doll, made from recycled plasticIt was announced by Matell, Inc. that the Barbie brand in partnership with the Jane Goodall Institute is introducing a Dr. Jane Goodall Inspiring Women Doll. The doll is made of 90% recycled ocean-bound plastic.
Barbie's friend Ken celebrates a milestone birthday: 60
Read full article: Barbie's friend Ken celebrates a milestone birthday: 60A reproduction of the original Ken doll, launched in 1961 as a companion to Barbie, appears in Bergen County, N.J., on Monday, March 8, 2021. (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey)Ken is turning 60, two years after his best friend Barbie did. Mattel launched a reproduction of the original Ken doll on Thursday to commemorate his 1961 debut. “I would say Ken is a good friend and a best friend, a supportive best friend to the Barbie doll,” Best said. AdThe original Barbie, launched in 1959, also came in a bathing suit, a minimalist strategy to encourage consumers to buy outfits and accessories.
A resurgence in Barbie sales helps lift Mattel's 3Q results
Read full article: A resurgence in Barbie sales helps lift Mattel's 3Q resultsMattel said that it earned $70.6 million, or 20 cents per share, for the three-month period ended Sept. 30. That compares with $6.3 million, or 2 cents per share, in the year-ago period. The average estimate of four analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 8 cents per share. Mattel has been refashioning the Barbie doll assortments to include different skin tones and body types. The letter questioned whether there were accounting errors in past periods and whether Mattel's outside auditor was independent.
Barbie's Malibu Dreamhouse will be on Airbnb for $60 per night
Read full article: Barbie's Malibu Dreamhouse will be on Airbnb for $60 per nightBarbie's Malibu Dreamhouse will be on Airbnb for $60 per night(CNN) - Call three friends, jump in the bubble gum pink Jeep, and hop on the Pacific Coast Highway. The Barbie Malibu Dreamhouse is available to rent. It's only $60 per night on Airbnb. In addition to the once-in-a-lifetime chance to stay in Barbie's Dreamhouse, some pretty inspirational women will be there, too. Chef Gina Clarke-Helm, founder of Malibu Seaside Chef, will cook farm-fresh food and give a hands-on cooking lesson.
Mattel unveils its new career doll: Judge Barbie
Read full article: Mattel unveils its new career doll: Judge BarbieJudge Barbie is available in a variety of different skin tones and hairstyles. Mattel just unveiled the Barbie Judge Doll, its 2019 Barbie Career of the Year doll. "The Barbie Judge Doll encourages girls to learn more about making decisions to change the world for the better." Judge Barbie is available in a variety of different skin tones and hairstyles. Judge Barbie comes after Mattel released a line of gender-inclusive dolls, called "Creatable World."
Mattel Creates Its 1st Gender-Neutral Doll
Read full article: Mattel Creates Its 1st Gender-Neutral DollInstead of Barbie or Ken, heres a third option to consider offering your kids. Mattel is introducing its first line of gender-neutral dolls, which skip breasts and broad shoulders, and instead take a more customizable route. The Creatable World dolls, available in several different skin tones, come with different hair styles, different clothing options and different accessories, from long hair wigs and skirts to short hair wigs and hats. The dolls are intended for all kids and all families, and Culmone explained they came to develop this product after speaking with physicians, parents, experts and kids. Through research, we heard that kids dont want their toys dictated by gender norms, said Culmone.