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At last, “Wicked” has hit the big screen, and part one promises some delightful surprises for fans. This film adaptation of the renowned musical does justice to its iconic status, with an exceptional ensemble cast delivering outstanding performances. The dynamic between Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba and Ariana Grande’s Glinda was akin to Idina Menzel and Kristen Chenoweth’s portrayals of the original Elphaba and Glinda in the 2003 Broadway production. Erivo and Grande breathed new life into these cherished roles while paying tribute to Menzel and Chenoweth’s legacy. In addition to them, Jonathan Bailey, Michelle Yeoh, and Jeff Goldblum are just a few of the many talented actors carrying on the tradition of “Wicked”.
Since the release of “Batman Begins” in 2005, Hollywood has seen a surge in reboot trends. Unlike remakes, reboots provide a series with an opportunity to break free from established timelines and offer fresh starting points for viewers. While legacy sequels seem to be the preferred method for revamping franchises these days, reboots continue to thrive. Titles such as James Bond, Spider-Man, Michael Myers, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, G.I. Joe, Robin Hood, King Arthur, and numerous others have undergone reboots with varying degrees of success.
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After long-awaited excitement, the first part of the “Wicked” movie has finally arrived in theaters (with the second half not set to debut until November 2025). This film adaptation is based on the successful Broadway musical by Stephen Schwartz and Winnie Holzman, which itself was inspired by Gregory Maguire’s 1995 novel “Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West.” That book, in turn, was influenced by the 1939 movie “The Wizard of Oz” and Frank L. Baum’s original novel “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.” Unsurprisingly, the film has been a massive hit at the box office, exceeding all expectations even during its preview screenings before the official release on November 22, 2024. The reason for its success is obvious.