"We're just under a month out from the release of Wicked: For Good but the first reactions giving an indication of whether the musical sequel can live up to all the hype. Wicked: For Good will adapt the second act of the long-running Broadway musical, Wicked. Starring Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba/'The Wicked Witch of the West' and Ariana Grande as Glinda/'Glinda the Good,' the film will follow both characters as they live with the consequences of their choices"
"Similarly, Chris Murphy of Vanity Fair said the film "sticks the landing." Posting earlier today, (Tuesday (28 October) he said he'd seen the film "last month," adding, "it expands and deepens the original source material in generally exciting and innovative ways." He also praised Erivo and Grande's "jaw dropping performances." Murphy's colleague, Rebecca Ford, echoed his comments, saying the "gorgeous" film "sticks the landing" and serves as "a beautiful finale.""
Wicked: For Good adapts the second act of the Broadway musical Wicked and stars Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda. The film follows both characters as they live with the consequences of earlier choices. Early reactions are strongly positive, calling the film an epic, tender conclusion that expands and deepens the original source material. Reactions highlight surprises for fans, a beautiful finale, and jaw-dropping lead performances. Praise also centers on direction and creative execution, with multiple outlets describing the film as exceeding expectations and delivering a satisfying conclusion to the story.
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