The Wicked Witch Is Dead: The Double-Bind of the Villainess's Backstory | Features | Roger Ebert
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Gregory Maguire's ‘Wicked’ revises the narrative of the Wicked Witch of the West, questioning if evil is inherent or a result of societal labeling.
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Maguire's exploration of wickedness through his protagonist challenges traditional portrayals, raising the question: does society shape one's identity towards wickedness?
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Success of ‘Wicked’ inspired Disney to rethink villain narratives, leading to films like ‘Maleficent’ and ‘Cruella’, showcasing a trend toward revisionist storytelling.
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The emergence of girlboss feminism during the mid-2010s reflects a shifting ideology, focusing on gender equality in the context of capitalism rather than broader feminist issues.
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