A Netflix documentary, 'Black Barbie,' set for release on Juneteenth, aims to spark conversations about Black representation. Featuring Black celebrities like Shonda Rhimes, Misty Copeland, and Ibtihaj Muhammad, the film delves into the importance of diverse doll options for Black children.
Lagueria Davis, the director of 'Black Barbie,' highlights the broader implications of Black dolls, emphasizing that they offer a valuable perspective on Black experiences in America beyond mere toys.
The documentary also delves into the history of the first Black Barbie doll in 1980, including the role of Beulah Mae Mitchell, a former Mattel employee who proposed the idea of a Black Barbie to inventor Ruth Handler in the 1960s.
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