In a groundbreaking achievement, the film “Barbie” has surpassed $1 billion in global ticket sales just three weeks after its release, making it the first movie directed solely by a woman to reach this milestone. Greta Gerwig, the director of “Barbie,” now joins a select group of individuals who have achieved the sole directing credit on a billion-dollar movie in Hollywood’s history. She has broken the box office record for women directors previously set by Patty Jenkins with “Wonder Woman” in 2017, which earned over $800 million.
As of Sunday, “Barbie” has earned approximately $1.03 billion worldwide, according to Box Office Mojo. This feminist film, which Gerwig directed and co-wrote, has already broken one major record by having the biggest opening weekend for a female director, as reported by Fandango managing editor Erik Davis.
The success of “Barbie” continues to grow, with the film earning an additional $53 million from North American locations over the weekend. It has remained in the top spot for three weeks and shows no signs of slowing down.
With this achievement, “Barbie” becomes the highest-grossing film directed by a woman, surpassing the previous record held by “Wonder Woman.” However, it is worth noting that three movies co-directed by women, including “Frozen,” “Frozen 2,” and “Captain Marvel,” still rank higher in terms of total global earnings.
In addition to its box office success, “Barbie” has received critical acclaim. The film showcases Gerwig’s talent as a director, building on her previous Oscar-nominated films “Lady Bird” and “Little Women.”
While “Barbie” faces new competition from other films like “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” and “Meg 2: The Trench,” it continues to dominate the box office. The film’s strong performance, along with other movies like “Oppenheimer” and “Sound of Freedom,” has contributed to a notable boom in the industry, surpassing expectations and offsetting earlier summer disappointments.
Despite the success, the film industry faces challenges ahead. The ongoing strike by actors and writers has created uncertainty and affected the release calendar, with some studios pushing back film releases. However, the audience’s love for going to the movie theater remains evident, and it is hoped that an agreement can be reached soon to continue the momentum.
Overall, “Barbie” has not only shattered box office records but also broken barriers for women directors in the film industry. With its strong performances and critical acclaim, the film is set to leave a lasting impact and inspire future generations of filmmakers.
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