The “Barbenheimer” craze has captivated audiences for months in anticipation of July 21st to suggest one of the most iconic release dates of the century. With both films, Barbie directed by Greta Gerwig and Oppenheimer directed by Christopher Nolan now in theaters, we review both in a mega Barbenheimer breakdown to assess everything from the existential journey of stereotypical Barbie to the psychology behind the making of the atomic bomb.

Chapter Timestamps:

  • 0:00:00 Introduction
  • 0:05:57 Barbie Non-Spoilers
  • 0:24:55 Barbie Spoilers
  • 1:52:53 Final Ratings
  • 2:00:51 Oppenheimer Non-Spoilers
  • 2:32:10 Oppenheimer Spoilers
  • 3:49:05 Final Ratings

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