Barbenheimer is a viral cultural phenomenon that emerged in 2023, referring to the simultaneous release of Barbie and Oppenheimer on July 21. The stark contrast between the whimsical, feminist fantasy of Barbie and the intense historical drama of Oppenheimer led to a unique double-feature craze, sparking widespread memes, discussions, and record-breaking box office success.
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