"If you've been following my coverage of Wicked: For Good, you'll know that my faith in the film has been waning, and my reservations were anxiously held. Now that I've experienced it in all its (questionable) glory, I have mixed emotions, but one feature has stuck with me that stunning character design. Amidst Cynthia Erivo's haunting vocals and Ariana Grande's weepy performance, my eyes were often drawn to the side characters and their exceptional design, from the intricate costuming to seamless SFX."
"Graduating from her tumultuous school days, she has an older, wiser appeal thanks to her confidence and costuming. Rounded glasses and puffy-sleeved gowns are replaced with dramatic lapels, long, swooping leather jackets, and worn textures that give her a sense of authority and strength tinged with untamability. You may like Opting for microbraids over a traditional wig, Cynthia Erivo requested this design choice to connect Elphaba's character to the prejudice faced by black women."
Wicked: For Good delivers visually striking character design that often outshines other elements. Elphaba appears older and more authoritative through tailored costumes, dramatic lapels, leather jackets, and worn textures that convey strength and untamability. Hairstyling choices, including microbraids and visible baby hairs, tie character presentation to lived experience and prejudice faced by black women. Makeup and prosthetics by Frances Hannon and Mark Coulier create detailed effects, such as scarecrow burlap-like prosthetics with threaded fibres. Side characters receive meticulous costuming and seamless SFX, prompting recognition for exceptional design and potential awards consideration.
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