What is it about?
This study aims to explore the various educational dimensions embedded in the Barbie film. It examines the ways in which these dimensions are conveyed, including the various symbolic implications, both explicit and implicit, of the colors, music, and language used in the film.
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Why is it important?
Barbie appears to incorporate several negative educational elements that adversely affect children and their upbringing, particularly young girls. It questions the intrinsic value of motherhood, which is crucial for the preservation of lineage and the continuity of future generations. Furthermore, the film highlights facets of female identity that are disconnected from reproductive roles and romantic relationships. It focuses on women’s personal lives, while undermining traditional masculine identity, which has historically been vital for upholding societal values, guiding the upbringing of youth, and ensuring social equilibrium.
Perspectives
Naouel Boumechta in this research is distinctive in her critical pedagogical analysis of Barbie using a semiological perspective, connecting visual and linguistic symbolism to educational and value-based dimensions. The framework provided by Christian Metz helps in interpreting the hidden messages in this film intended for children, thus paving the way for a deeper understanding of the impact of visual media on education and the challenges it poses within Muslim contexts.
Prof Abdallah El Khatib EiC Journal of college of Sharia and Islamic Studies A. Qatar University
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This page is a summary of: الأبعاد التربوية لأفلام الطفل الأجنبية بين الجندرية والترويج للمثلية: فلم باربي (Barbie) أنموذجا, Journal of College of Sharia & Islamic Studies, January 2026, Qatar University,
DOI: 10.29117/jcsis.2026.0435.
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