‘Barbie’ set caused international pink paint shortage: Gerwig
The production of the highly anticipated “Barbie” movie has caused a worldwide shortage of pink paint. According to director Greta Gerwig, the movie’s set at Warner Bros. Studios just outside London extensively used a fluorescent shade of Rosco brand pink paint that led to a worldwide shortage. The three-story set of the movie’s protagonist, played by Margot Robbie, was inspired by the mid-century modern homes of Palm Springs, California, and features a walk-in closet with toy-box outfit displays, a slide-equipped pool, and first-level living and dining rooms, among other amenities. Barbie’s Dreamhouse is set to hit theaters on July 21.
FAQs:
What caused the worldwide shortage of pink paint?
The highly anticipated “Barbie” movie’s set used a fluorescent shade of Rosco brand pink paint extensively, causing a worldwide shortage of the color.
Who stars in the upcoming “Barbie” movie?
The movie’s protagonist, Barbie, is played by Margot Robbie.
What is the inspiration behind the movie’s set design?
The three-story set of the movie’s protagonist was inspired by the mid-century modern homes of Palm Springs, California, with palm trees and mountains in the distance, and features a walk-in closet with toy-box outfit displays, a slide-equipped pool, and first-level living and dining rooms, among other amenities.
When is the release date for the “Barbie” movie?
The “Barbie” movie is set to hit theaters on July 21.

“Gerwig reports that the release of the ‘Barbie’ playset resulted in a global shortage of pink paint.”
The highly anticipated “Barbie” film has caused a shortage of fluorescent pink paint within the global supply chain. Greta Gerwig, director of the upcoming plastic doll biopic, revealed in an interview with Architectural Digest that there was a shortage of Rosco brand pink paint used extensively on the film’s set. The three-story set, located at Warner Bros. Studios just outside London, was influenced by midcentury-modern homes in Palm Springs and features a walk-in closet, a slide-equipped pool, and living and dining rooms amongst other amenities. However, Gerwig noted that the Dreamhouse is not ideal for anyone who values privacy as there are no walls or doors. The “Barbie” film is set to hit theaters on July 21, with Margot Robbie set to star in the titular role. Fans of the doll have been replicating the Dreamhouse for years, with one Brazilian TikTok creator even spending almost $200,000 to transform her own property into a human-sized Dreamhouse.