The film adaptation of 'Wicked' has been labeled 'woke' by critics, despite outperforming expectations and grossing up to $165 million worldwide during its opening weekend.
'There’s a long history of queerness in The Wizard of Oz narrative, which the original film, featuring Judy Garland, quietly highlighted through its allegories and cultural significance to the LGBTQ+ community.'
'It's so gay, even the animals in Oz are gay,' remarked co-stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, underlining the longstanding cultural perceptions surrounding the land of Oz and its characters.
Director Kenya Barris asserted that the upcoming remake will feature an unapologetically LGBTQ+ narrative, reflecting present-day society by including diverse queer characters and socio-economic backgrounds.
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