A Black Barbie doll was created in 1980 after 20 years of advocacy by three women at Mattel who sought representation in the toy industry.
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A Black Barbie doll was created in 1980 after 20 years of advocacy by three women at Mattel who sought representation in the toy industry.
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Kitty Black Perkins, the designer of the first Black Barbie doll, played a crucial role in a project that took two decades to realize. Set against the backdrop of Mattel in the 1980s, "Black Barbie: A Documentary" details the efforts of Perkins and two other women who fought for representation in the toy industry. Directed by Lagueria Davis, the film combines archival footage, graphics, and interviews with historians and public figures. It premiered at the 2023 South by Southwest film festival and was released on Netflix on June 19, 2024.
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Why Watch
- Meet Kitty Black Perkins, the first Black Barbie designer.
- Find out how women at Mattel changed the toy industry.
- See archival footage that brings history to life.
Did You Know
- The first Black Barbie doll was created in 1980.
- The film premiered at the 2023 South by Southwest film festival.
- 96% of 27 critics' reviews on Rotten Tomatoes are positive.
- The film has a runtime of 95 minutes.
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Who directed the Black Barbie documentary?
Lagueria Davis directed, wrote, and produced the Black Barbie documentary.
When was the Black Barbie documentary released on Netflix?
The Black Barbie documentary was released on Netflix on June 19, 2024.
What percentage of critics gave positive reviews on Rotten Tomatoes?
96% of 27 critics' reviews on Rotten Tomatoes are positive.
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