The anticipation for the second part of Wicked, titled Wicked: For Good, continues to grow, driven by the success of the original film and the positive reactions from critics on social media. Renowned critics such as Destiny Jackson, Jazz Tangcay, and Chris Murphy have praised the film, highlighting its epic finale and the impressive performances of Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.
A movie destined to sweep the Oscars
As has been hinted, Wicked: For Good will include two new songs, No Place Like Home performed by Erivo and The Girl in the Bubble by Grande, which are expected to be contenders at the upcoming Oscars. This further heightens the excitement surrounding the film, placing it not only at the center of the conversation about contemporary musical cinema, but also in competition with other notable productions like The K-Pop Warriors.
Despite the fact that those who have seen the original play consider that the second part of the story is the weakest, this new approach has generated strong “word of mouth” that has captured the attention of new fans. The first screenings of the film have already indicated that a satisfactory result has been achieved, with critics like Jackson stating that the film offers a moving and satisfying conclusion to one of the most dynamic friendships in pop culture.
Director Jon M. Chu has been praised for his ability to expand the stories of Elphaba and Glinda, creating an emotional impact that has resonated deeply with audiences. Critics have agreed that both the performances and the direction, world-building, costumes, and cinematography meet expectations. While no negative opinions about the film have emerged so far, uncertainty remains regarding its performance at the awards, as Hollywood can always surprise us with unexpected results.
