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'Barbie' with ASL: What to know about the film version and its interpreter's goal to make 'Deaf children feel seen'

Greta Gerwig’s Barbie is setting a new precedent for Deaf representation in its streaming debut. In tandem with the original theatrical cut, Warner Bros. and Max also released an American Sign Language (ASL) version on Friday.

Located in the versions tab on the film's landing page on Max, Barbie with ASL features Leila Hanaumi, a deaf performer who appears on the bottom right corner of the screen. As Barbie and her friends attempt to rescue Barbie Land from threats, Hanaumi signs in sync with the characters, offering an immersive watching experience for deaf audiences that goes far beyond what English subtitles provide (though that's an option, too).

Well known for her viral song interpretations on social media, Hanaumi calls it a watershed moment not just for the future of cinema, but for the Deaf community as a whole.

“I hope Barbie with ASL makes Deaf children feel seen,” she tells Yahoo Entertainment. “I hope it sends the message that Deaf people and sign language have a place in the world. I hope it is a stepping stone to a transformative approach to accessibility and inclusivity.”

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