#Wicked is a masterpiece of enchanting visuals, a beautiful score, amazing acting, and it is a timeless tale. As someone unfamiliar with the music and storyline, this film was an absolute delight. Director #JonMChu masterfully embeds such great components to make this film truly something worth watching. The story tells the backstory of the “Good” and “Bad” witches, #Elphaba and #Glinda. The film opens by showing Elphaba’s past. She was born completely green, and society constantly rejects her until she is welcomed at Shiz University where she meets Glinda. At Shiz, Elphaba is granted the opportunity of new beginnings, and fights back against societal norms as she speaks out for what she believes in. While the two girls are very different, they work together in Elphaba's hopes of meeting the #Wizard whom she glorifies. However, once she meets the Wizard, she realizes what her heart truly desires. This film adaptation of the popular musical combines a compelling story line, a great soundtrack, and an amazing cast. #CynthiaErivo is perfectly cast as Elphaba, as she vocally, emotionally, and physically embodies her character perfectly. Erivo and #ArianaGrande, as Glinda, work so well together and create such a unique dynamic on the big screen. Their chemistry is what really ties this story together. However, the entire cast is packed with tons of iconic actors: #KristinChenoweth, #IdinaMenzel, #MichelleYeoh, and many other actors. The sound track is spectacular; the songs are the same as the original musical, but hearing them in this film is so satisfying. I’ve always loved “Popular” and “Defying Gravity,” so hearing Erivo and Grande’s interpretations blew me away. The cinematography by #AliceBrooks is remarkable. Watching the film I truly felt transported to the Land of Oz and I find it especially interesting how this iconic classic tale truly feels reinvented and brings a new light to the Land of Oz. In theaters Nov., 22 https://lnkd.in/ePJYRRzi
