‘Wicked’ Director Jon M. Chu Defends Color and Sound Complaints

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As a long-time movie buff with over three decades of watching films from every genre under the sun, I must say that the recent release of “Wicked” has been nothing short of a spectacle. The film’s success at the box office is undeniable, but like any masterpiece, it hasn’t been without its share of naysayers. One such issue involved complaints about sound quality, which I personally found to be a bit overblown – after all, even the Wizard of Oz had to deal with his own cacophonous Munchkins at times!

The movie version of the book “Title” has been an extraordinary hit, climbing high in box office rankings, yet it hasn’t been flawless, as some viewers have noted minor issues. For instance, Director Dan Chu addressed concerns about sound quality problems in the film, where lyrics were sometimes overpowered by the orchestra or dialogue was too quiet to hear clearly on social media. Nevertheless, Chu has offered potential solutions for those experiencing this issue.

The film “Wicked” isn’t unique in facing criticisms about the director’s choices in visual and audio aspects, and while director Chu has been questioned about the artistic elements of the musical movie, it appears that he attributes the sound issues to a mistake by the cinemas. On X/Twitter, Chu stated:

Ask the cinema to increase the volume to around 7. I’ve been to a few viewings before and they’ve been somewhat quiet, around 6.4. For the best experience as intended by the creators, let’s crank it up to 7.

It’s intriguing to consider if people will follow Chu’s advice when they feel that the full intended experience from the director hasn’t been delivered to them. At this point, the problems some viewers have encountered haven’t seemed significant enough to affect the movie’s rating on Rotten Tomatoes, which currently stands at 97%.

Wicked’s Director Addresses Complaints About the Movie’s Colors

Despite the audio problems being beyond the reach of the film’s creators, the visual aesthetic of the movie aligns closely with director Chu’s vision, despite a few minor complaints from viewers.

During an interview with The Globe and Mail, Chu addressed criticisms concerning the movie’s perceived lack of vibrancy, stating that it might have appeared somewhat “muted” or “less colorful.” To this, he responded.

In simpler terms, what I’m saying is that we wanted the world of Oz to feel tangible and authentic, rather than a mere illusion or fantasy. If Oz was just someone’s dream, then the struggles and bonds the characters experience wouldn’t seem genuine. We didn’t want it to look like a painted backdrop or a digital game world. Instead, we aimed to create an environment that feels real, with textures, wear, and even dirt underfoot, to make it feel less artificial.

Despite numerous online criticisms about the movie, its impact seems to have been relatively small. Instead, audiences appear to be thrilled with their long-awaited chance to see the Broadway musical on the big screen, as Wicked managed an impressive $164 million global opening weekend and is poised to join the ranks of the most successful recent musical adaptations.

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2024-11-25 03:32