Barbie: Big City Big Dreams is a 2021 animated musical film directed by writer and director, Cassi Simonds. The movie is produced by Mattel and Mainframe Studios, and distributed by Barbie Entertainment. The story follows Barbie, a young girl from a small town who is determined to follow her dreams of becoming a dancer, singer and musician in New York City. She embarks on a journey that takes her to the big city where she meets new friends and faces new challenges.
At first, Barbie struggles to fit in and find her place in the city. But she quickly makes new friends in Renee, a fellow aspiring dancer, Ken, a fashion designer and taxi driver, and Bella, a talented music producer. Together, they support and inspire each other to pursue their dreams and overcome obstacles.
As Barbie works towards her goal of auditioning for a prestigious performing arts school, she faces many challenges along the way. From dealing with a strict dance teacher who doesn't believe in her abilities to the fierce competition she faces from other talented performers, including a rival dancer named Crystal and a pop star named Summer, Barbie must learn to believe in herself and her talent.
The movie features a series of delightful musical numbers, including original songs like "Dream Too Big" and "Brand New Sound". The animation is colorful and engaging, bringing to life the bustling vibrancy of New York City. Barbie's journey is an inspiring one, reminding audiences of the importance of following your dreams and embracing the ups and downs of life's adventures.
The voice cast of the movie includes America Young as Barbie, Amber May as Renee, and Greg Chun as Ken, among others. Each delivers a strong performance, bringing depth and emotion to their respective characters.
Overall, Barbie: Big City Big Dreams is a heartwarming film that will delight children and adults alike. It's a story of friendship, perseverance and the power of following your dreams, all set against the backdrop of one of the world's most iconic cities.
Barbie: Big City Big Dreams is a 2021 animated movie with a runtime of 1 hour.
It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.8.