Part 8/10:

• For example, Barbie does not pass the Bechdel Test—since the dolls are not real women—yet some argue that the film’s thematic aspirations go beyond that measure.

• Meanwhile, a satirical claim that Oppenheimer neglects female voices—or that "no women speak in the first 20 minutes"—was quickly debunked, highlighting the often-blurry line between satire and misinterpretation.

The Future of Big-Release Strategies

This weekend’s success suggests Hollywood might be leaning into releasing double features or opposite-genre blockbusters simultaneously, capitalizing on their contrasting appeal to different audience segments. Such strategies could include pairing family-oriented hits with more mature or political films, effectively broadening reach and box office totals.