Actress Margot Robbie and filmmaker Greta Gerwig faced challenges in finalizing the script for the upcoming Barbie movie, with some resistance from their partners. Robbie revealed that there were discussions with executives from toy company Mattel regarding certain scenes in the film, such as a line involving characters Ken and Ryan Gosling. The decision-making process also involved debates over the movie's closing line, ultimately settling on 'I’m here to see my gynecologist.'
Robbie emphasized the collaborative nature of the project, highlighting the importance of open communication and shared goals among all parties involved. Mattel had to approve the treatment but not the script, which posed a challenge as the screenwriters Gerwig and Noah Baumbach were initially hesitant to provide a treatment. Despite initial reservations, everyone worked towards creating a great film.
The Producers Guild of America breakfast, held at the Skirball Cultural Center, recognized producers from various acclaimed films. Notable attendees included Emma Stone, Bradley Cooper, and Charles Roven, among others. Cooper humorously shared the challenges of directing his film Maestro, while Stone discussed the production process of Poor Things.
Roven, producer of Oppenheimer, shared his experience of reading a lengthy book that inspired the film and how it led to collaboration with director Christopher Nolan. The PGA's Darryl F. Zanuck Award, to be announced soon, is a significant indicator of the best picture Oscar race, with past winners like Everything Everywhere All at Once and Nomadland going on to win the Academy Award.
