Wicked Movie Review: Defying Expectations

Jon M. Chu's film adaptation of the Broadway musical Wicked reimagines the story of the Wicked Witch of the West, exploring her friendship with Glinda. The movie, starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, focuses on their relationship and the journey of self-discovery that shapes their understanding of good and evil. The film's success rests on the strong performances of its leads and the meticulously crafted visual elements. While largely faithful to the source material, the transition between acts could have been smoother, and the story is split into two parts to fully capture the scope of the narrative.