Wicked Director Jon M Chu Defends Making This 1 Change In New Sequel

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Wicked Director Jon M Chu Defends Making This 1 Change In New Sequel
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During production of the much-anticipated movie adaptation of the award-winning stage show, Jon made the decision to split the story into two, the first instalment of which hit cinemas last year.that this movie will now be known as Wicked For Good, in a nod to the second act ballad performed in the musical by Elphaba and Glinda.

Unlike the first film, Wicked For Good will feature at least two new songs, written by the original musical’s composer Stephen Schwartz.: “It’s a pivotal moment in Glinda’s journey. It shows a side of her we’ve never seen before. In the stage show, this transformation happens offstage. “But in the movie, we get to see her make the decision that defines who she is. It’s a privilege to sing this song and be the first Glinda to bring it to life.”Cynthia Erivo Sets Her Sights On Playing This Iconic Character After The Success Of Wicked

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