It’s Barbie’s world, but then Barbie’s first full trailer and two epic teasers, fans agree, myself included, that one of the most compelling elements of Greta Gerwig’s film in Film schedule 2023 is by Ryan Gosling Ken and the infectious Ken-ergy he exudes. Due to the actor’s hilarious performance as Barbie’s friend in the trailers, the internet has fallen in love with ‘and Ken’ and they have been posting all about it online.
From the double sunglasses to the hilarious mug to the clicky pen, it’s clear that Ryan Gosling was born to play Ken in Barbie film. While I never doubted it La La Land Ken-ergy of the actor, some were skeptical on his joining the Barbie mold. However, others were quick to point out that he’s perfect for the role, and it looks like this latest trailer has really convinced a lot of people to jump on the Ken bandwagon. This became clear on social media after the latest trailer was released as Twitter was ablaze with posts about how great the actor was and how excited they are for the film. For example, per tweeted:
my entire twitter timeline is just Ryan Gosling as it should be pic.twitter.com/YlPI14HmxrMay 26, 2023
While some weren’t sold on Gosling’s Ken-ergy until this latest trailer, many of us who were on board from the beginning and confused by so many are just now coming to the conclusion that the actor is great as this character. Lina posted about it, writing:
I just can’t believe there was once an argument about whether or not Ryan Gosling was cast as Ken as you people are INSANEEEE he was born for the roleMay 25, 2023
Others are overwhelmed by how much they enjoyed seeing Gosling as Ken. He’s cute, he’s hot, he’s funny, he’s Ken, and as Keedy he tweeted, “will always be famous.”
his expression here is so cute Ryan Gosling as Ken you will always be famous 🫶🏼 #Barbie #BarbieMovie pic.twitter.com/FXUFYijtjEMay 26, 2023
Meanwhile, some are ready to start Ryan Gosling’s Oscar campaign for his role as Ken Barbie, and honestly the same. I will 100% lead the social media movement to win this man an Oscar. Nico had a great post to kick off the actor’s awards season, hilariously writing:
My Ryan Gosling Oscar campaign has started btw pic.twitter.com/d54keVaSOXMay 25, 2023
While some of us are getting ready to fervently support an Oscar nomination, others think he deserves another, and more unconventional, “Best Chris” award. Although it wasn’t obvious at first, this hilarious comparison got me thinking about how it makes a lot of sense. Think about it; The actor’s humor in the film reminds me of Chris Pratt and Chris Hemsworth and his overall charisma gives off Chris Pine while his looks resemble an edgy more colorful Chris Evans. So, who knows, maybe it will Crazy dumb love actor is up for the title of Best Chris, as Rachel Page placed:
Ryan Gosling is up for BEST CHRIS pic.twitter.com/asIn8etqSNMay 25, 2023
We’ll end with this gem. Olivia Truffaut-Wong he loved Ken, his wonderful Barbiecore fashion and Ken-ergy so much that she thinks all men should take notes. And honestly, I agree. She posted:
Men, what’s stopping you from looking like this? #Barbie pic.twitter.com/FLz24BVJExMay 25, 2023
While Gosling doubted his Ken-ergy at first, he clearly found it and thrived on it. He committed himself fully to the piece, and everyone loves him and Ken for it. There’s a lot to get excited about when it comes to Barbie the film and its July 21 release, but the titular character’s boyfriend is definitely one part of Greta Gerwig’s film that many already can’t get enough of.
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