Robert Downey Jr. has been vocal about Margot Robbie's performance in Barbie, emphasizing that she is not getting the credit she deserves for her work in the film. He praised her ability to actively listen in a scene, noting that she had to transition from passive listening to an active and impactful contribution. His comments came during a SAG-AFTRA-hosted roundtable and were echoed by other actors who agreed that Robbie's performance was snubbed by the Academy.