Wicked’s Jon M. Chu Opens Up About Growing 9 Million Tulips, Moving A 16-Ton Train And Building The Movie’s Remarkable Sets

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Wicked's Jon M. Chu Opens Up About Growing 9 Million Tulips, Moving A 16-Ton Train And Building The Movie's Remarkable Sets

As a long-time gamer and film enthusiast, I can’t help but be impressed by Jon M. Chu‘s dedication to practical effects and tangible production design in his upcoming “Wicked” movies. In an industry where CGI often takes center stage, it’s refreshing to hear about the meticulous efforts put into building Oz from the ground up.

In the glamorous world of Hollywood movie production where many blockbusters seem excessively reliant on digital backdrops instead of real locations, Jon M. Chu is opting for a more down-to-earth approach in creating his “Wicked” films. Previously known for directing adaptations of “Crazy Rich Asians” and “In The Heights,” Chu shared insights into the authentic process of bringing Oz to life on its UK set, leaving him exhausted just from describing it.

Before the premiere of “Wicked,” t

In a recent update on X, previously called Twitter, filmmaker Jon M. Chu gave fans a peek behind the scenes of the upcoming “Wicked” production. He shared intriguing insights into the film’s creation, revealing both minor and major details that bring Oz to life. According to Chu, a substantial amount of effort from real people was invested in bringing Oz to the big screen, ensuring it stands out as more than just another CGI spectacle.

As a gamer, I can tell you from my experience that Oz isn’t just a backdrop in the movie; it’s a meticulously crafted world brought to life by the production crew. They put in countless hours building sets so the cast could interact with something real and tangible. Not all movies produced in 2024 invest this much time and energy into their production design, trust me on that. Director Chu can wear this badge of pride as fans eagerly await the movie’s release, and maybe audiences will appreciate every frame a little more because of it.

Last summer, Greta Gerwig and her team for “Barbie” created an intense buzz by insisting that Barbieland was real and needed even more pink paint. In contrast, Chu went all out for “Wicked,” growing millions of tulips and constructing a massive 16-ton train to transport Glinda and Elphaba convincingly to the Emerald City. Isn’t that amazing?

In April, during CinemaCon, Jon M. Chu shared his plans for “Wicked” with great seriousness, much like how he approached filming it later on. He mentioned this during his speech at the event.

I had a clear vision of what this film could become. Imagine the sensation of being in Oz, getting your hands dirty and feeling the texture beneath your fingers! The most magical locales come alive on the largest screens, creating an exhilarating experience. It’s impossible to achieve that feeling on a stage.

The musical “Wicked” is sure to provide an enjoyable film experience when it’s released this fall. The first part of the story premieres in theaters on November 22, 2023, while the second part is expected to follow about a year after, on November 26, 2024.

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2024-07-26 05:37