Arguably one of the most hotly anticipated films of the decade so far, tickets for Greta Gerwig's Barbie have gone on sale today (June 21). Fans of the iconic doll and cinephiles are now able to book their tickets for the live action movie, which will be released in UK cinemas on July 21.
Gerwig's (Ladybird, Little Women) latest project stars Margot Robbie (I, Tonya, The Wolf of Wall Street) in the titular role, and follows the much-adored doll as she is exiled from Barbieland because of her imperfections. But when her home world is in peril, Barbie returns with the knowledge that what makes her different also makes her stronger.
To coincide with the launch of the fabulous film, any Bristol Barbie fans who bring along a real-life Ken to one of the Vue cinemas at Cribbs Causeway or Longwell Green during opening weekend (July 21-23) will receive a regular free Tango Ice Blast or popcorn. An appropriate gift, given Vue is launching a limited-edition Tango Ice Blast flavour, inspired by the iconic character on July 21.
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Those wishing to claim one of these dreamy drinks simply need to bring a companion with valid ID stating a name beginning with "Ken". The "Barbie Tango Ice Blast" limited edition drink will be candyfloss flavoured, boasting a baby pink colour that mimics the character’s favourite colour.
The new flavour of this much-loved frozen drink will be available exclusively at Vue sites throughout the UK. As well as that, Vue is offering the chance to win a "Dream Screening" where the winner can watch a film of their choice (as agreed with Vue) with up to 19 other guests.
To be in with a chance of winning, fans must create a "Barbie Dream Screen" Instagram Story on their account, utilising the exclusive background and GIF stickers created by Vue for the release of Barbie, which include pink cinema seats and a candy floss machine.
The competition will be live for a week from today (June 21) and contenders must tag @Vue within their Barbie Dream Screen Instagram Story to be in with a shot. As well as a private screening, each guest will be entitled to a complimentary drink of their choice.
Robert Lea, Head of Screen Content at Vue Entertainment, said: "As one of the most recognisable female characters in the world, we’re hugely excited to see Barbie make her big screen debut.
"That’s why we’re giving fans the opportunity to get into the spirit of Barbie with not one but three special promotions in the run up to the film’s release. Whether it’s building your own Dream Screen, bringing your own Ken along or sampling a Barbie-inspired Tango Ice Blast, we want fans to enjoy Barbie the way it should be seen – on the big screen."
Tickets for the Barbie movie can be bought here.
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