The Barbie Movie: No Monchichis? Really?

You would think that a movie as pink and fluffy as The Barbie Movie would have had some Monchichis in it. In my heart of hearts, I believed that I would be transported to a magical land of Monchichi-dom where every dream came true. Instead, I was met with the harsh reality that not only was there no Monchichi-inspired wonderland, but the movie didn’t even have any Monchichis to speak of. Hello? Am I the only one here who cares about toys?

Now, for those who don’t remember, Monchichis were these adorable little furry monkey dolls that first appeared in 1983 and became a massive hit with kids all over the world until they faded away from shelves around the mid-nineties. They had tiny little hands, big eyes, and fluffy tails, and came in different colors like red, blue, green, purple, yellow, and pink. But most importantly, they were always dressed up in cute outfits that matched their personalities: sailors, princesses, ballerinas, even astronauts! It was an amazing toy line that sparked imaginations and fostered creativity among children everywhere.

But nope, not a single Monchichi in sight in this new Barbie movie. Instead of bringing back the nostalgia factor with these beloved dolls- which would have been a great way to appeal to adults as well as kids- the filmmakers decided to stick to the original characters. I mean, what’s wrong with them? Why didn’t they at least try?

This is a travesty. The Barbie Movie could have delighted us with a Monchichi-centric storyline, but instead we got a muddled mess of a plot with no real substance or depth. It was like going to a movie theater and ordering a popcorn with butter, but getting nude, dry popcorn instead. You can’t help but feel cheated and let down.

So, where are the Monchichis? Where are the furry little creatures that brought joy and laughter to so many children’s lives? If The Barbie Movie was supposed to be a modern update on the classic tale of Ken and Barbie, shouldn’t there have been a Monchichi or two running around, ready to brighten the day? You have Pregnant Barbie, which doesn’t even exist, for Pete’s sake.

And that is why The Barbie Movie is a colossal failure. It’s a film that promises much, but delivers nothing. It’s a hollow shell of a movie that will leave you feeling empty and hopeless. I was promised Monchichis and all I got was this pink t-shirt that just fell apart.