“Wicked” is an electrifying story about… the unique friendship of Elphaba (the Wicked Witch of the West) and Glinda (the Good Witch). The girls are students of Shiz University in the commonly known Land of Oz. Elphaba, characterized by a green skin color, has not yet discovered her true power. After meeting the Wizard of Oz, the young students’ friendship will be in question. Glinda, wants popularity and power, and Elphaba will remain true to herself.
The film is directed by Jon M. Chu. Starring Cynthia Erivo, Ariana GrandeJeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, Bowen Yang and Peter Dinklage. The script was written by Holzman. Schwartz is the author of the music. The film debuted in cinemas on November 21, 2024. According to the announcement, we will be able to see the second part next year.
In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, John M. Chu revealed what viewers can expect in the next film.
The second part of the film will be based on the second act of the legendary Broadway musical. It will include additional storylines and new songs.
“The first part was about the choices, the second will be about the consequences,” says the director in an interview with Entertainment Weekly. “These choices are difficult to make, but when you make them, sometimes the result is not what you expect. You may feel lonely (…).”
“There’s a lot of self-exploration in the second part. We’re asking, ‘Was that decision you made the right one?’
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