As a seasoned gamer with a heart for musicals and a keen eye for cinematic excellence, let me tell you, I’m absolutely buzzing about Wicked. After years of anticipation and countless hours spent humming its tunes, I can confidently say that this film adaptation lives up to the hype.
The film version of the Broadway musical “Wicked,” directed by Jon M. Chu, is about to gain widespread popularity. Early responses from viewers on Wednesday have been overwhelmingly positive, with many praising the performances of Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, as well as the high-quality production.
Reporter Simon Thompson described the film as an “amazing display that dazzles and captivates in a grand manner” and went on to say that it’s “a truly breathtaking portrayal.” Furthermore, he praised Grande and Erivo, stating they both deliver exceptional performances.
The first movie of Chu’s duology based on the popular musical will debut this time, with the second one scheduled for Thanksgiving 2025. The story, inspired by Gregory Maguire’s best-selling novel and originally presented on stage, explores the unknown tales of Oz’s witches. Cynthia Erivo portrays Elphaba, while Ariana Grande takes on the role of Glinda. The show first appeared on Broadway in 2003, featuring Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth. Winnie Holzman, who wrote the stage play’s script, and Stephen Schwartz, an Academy Award-winning composer and lyricist, transformed the musical for the big screen.
On the platform previously known as Twitter, the original Broadway Glinda Chenoweth expressed her anticipation. She predicted that viewers would experience a transformation when the movie premieres, using the phrase “all be changed for good.” Additionally, she revealed her excitement by saying she’s eagerly awaiting the day of release.
Scott Menzel from X wrote that ‘Wicked’ is an exceptional cinematic representation of a Broadway musical, possibly the finest ever put on screen. Jon M. Chu masterfully preserves the magic of the stage version while infusing it with his distinctive touches. Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo deliver outstanding performances as Elphaba and Galinda, respectively. Jonathan Bailey also shines in the movie. ‘Wicked’ not only meets expectations but frequently surpasses them. A particular scene will leave fans of the Broadway show ecstatic. All in all, ‘Wicked’ is one of the standout films of the year.
Erin Strecker expressed her delight in saying that the Wicked movie adaptation has been the finest since Chicago and Mamma Mia, with Ariana Grande delivering an outstanding performance.
A different writer praised the film, stating that it “overcame gravity… and surpassed my predictions!” They also commented that “Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande shine brilliantly in this grand musical adventure.
See more first reactions to the stage-to-screen extravaganza below.
21 years back, we encountered Elphaba and Glinda at the Gershwin Theatre 🩷✨💚. I’m still under their enchanting spell from that magical experience. I can hardly wait until the world gets to witness Cynthia and Ariana in Jon M. Chu’s film… you will all be transformed for the better when you watch it.
— Kristin Chenoweth (@KChenoweth) October 30, 2024
Delighted to affirm that WICKED stands out as the top musical-to-film adaptation since CHICAGO and MAMMA MIA. Ariana Grande’s performance is simply flawless, if not perfection itself! Hillibusterr and I couldn’t help but share moments of joyous excitement together during the show.
— Erin Strecker (@ErinStrecker) October 30, 2024
#The Wicked Movie boasts a grand theatrical extravaganza! Ariana Grande displays remarkable talent as both actress and vocalist, bringing hilarity to every scene she graces. She undeniably outshines all others in their shared scenes! While Cynthia Erivo also delivers an impressive performance, let it be clear: this production belongs to Grande. Be prepared for an Oscar nomination for her stellar role!
— The Tea of Hollywood (@HollywoodTea1) October 30, 2024
#TheWickedMovie amazed by overcoming gravity… and surpassing my predictions! Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande shine brilliantly in this grandiose musical adventure. Even though it’s just the first of six parts, Wicked plays out like a fully-fledged tale, bound to receive numerous technical Academy Award nominations (and perhaps some acting ones as well 👀)
— David (@GriffBotStudios) October 30, 2024
The movie “Wicked” is an impressive cinematic extravaganza, ranking among the finest big-screen interpretations of a Broadway musical. Director Jon M. Chu masterfully preserves the enchantment of the stage production while infusing it with his distinctive stylistic touches. Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo brilliantly bring their characters to life in this adaptation.
— Scott Menzel (@ScottDMenzel) October 30, 2024
#Wicked is robustly executed, richly detailed, and at times quite emotional (both leads are outstanding). However, it occasionally succumbs to the flaws common in Disney live-action remakes: overly extended, excessively loud, and overly ornate. Despite these shortcomings, I enjoyed it immensely and eagerly anticipate part 2🧹
— Drew Taylor (@DrewTailored) October 30, 2024
#Wicked REVIEW: MAJESTIC & CHARMING! Cynthia & Ariana magical duo. So full of emotion, humor & adventure. Crowd-pleasing entertainment with some colorful surprises (yes, it’s green). Not just another movie, it’s one of the BEST musicals ever! A fitting end setting up what’s next.
— Atom (@theatomreview) October 30, 2024
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