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Story By Joe Frank

June 10 2023

Amy Schumer's Exploring the Creative Clash Behind 'Barbie' Movie

Amy Schumer dropped out of the star role in the 'Barbie' movie due to creative differences.

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Sony Pictures had the rights to the project in 2016, with Schumer set to play the iconic doll.

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Schumer later cited "scheduling conflicts" as the reason for her departure from the film.

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During an interview, Schumer praised the upcoming film starring Margot Robbie and described it as "awesome."

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When asked about her departure Schumer revealed that the earlier project didn't feel feminist and cool to her.

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In an interview, Schumer explained that Sony didn't want to make the film the way she envisioned it.

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Schumer's script portrayed Barbie as an inventor but the studio requested a different approach including a Jell-O high heel invention.

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Schumer was dissatisfied with the idea that every woman would want a Jell-O high heel and realized the project wasn't for her.

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Margot Robbie was confirmed as the lead and also serves as a producer on the film.

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The Greta Gerwig-directed "Barbie" film, which takes a feminist and cool approach, is set to release on July 21.

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