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    Amy Schumer cast as Barbie in live action family film

    In what may be unexpected casting news, Amy Schumer has reportedly landed the lead role in the ‘Barbie’ movie. Sony are producing the live-action, PG-rated comedy adventure based on the long-running Mattel toyline. Given that the Barbie doll has long been controversial for promoting what some call unrealistic physical standards to young girls, the fuller-figured Schumer seems an unlikely choice for the role – but apparently this is part of what the ‘Barbie’ movie will be about.