As Greta Gerwig’s Barbie film has caused a worldwide buzz, a new docu-film based on the untold story of the first Black Barbie doll is coming to Netflix via Shondaland. The synopsis reads, “Through ...

Lagueria Davis directs the doc and produces alongside Aaliyah Williams. The logline for the project reads: “Black Barbie celebrates the momentous impact three Black women at Mattel had on the ...

In her debut documentary premiering at SXSW, Lagueria Davis examines the origins and implications of Black Barbie dolls. By Lovia Gyarkye Arts & Culture Critic Davis opens Black Barbie with a frank ...

Why are we asking for donations? Why are we asking for donations? This site is free thanks to our community of supporters. Voluntary donations from readers like you keep our news accessible for ...

Barbie’s “Fashionista” line features dolls in 22 different skin tones, 94 hair colors, 13 eye colors, and five body types, as well as ones with wheelchairs and prosthetic legs. Despite the variety, ...

She's traveled the world and been to space, held hundreds of jobs, but Barbie's roots have always been in small-town middle America. Before the much-anticipated "Barbie" movie released in July 2023, ...

Shonda Rhimes executive produces the doc about the story of Mattel's introduction of a Black Barbie doll and its cultural importance. By Mia Galuppo Film Writer The film premiered at SXSW 2023. The ...