Hang on, according to the Universal Pictures website, there is an embargo on reviews and scores until November 19th - meaning that reviews are not allowed to be published until then. So these comments, which all appear to be from Variety, indicate that they wrote a puff-piece for promotional purposes.
@@xq280764 Praise without knowledge. A way to uplift a play, film, or show and garner audience money without actually SEEING the event. A Lie for greed.
The main factor in this is the director John M Chu. He directed Crazy Rich Asians and Into the Heights. This is a man who knows how to envision movie musical sensibilities and he is a master - not an apprentice at this work. It's fun to talk. But the bottom line is: this project is in hands that are more than capable and creative. It will fulfill then go beyond anything we can imagine, beginning with the cast he has chosen and entrusted to transferbthis work to film an bring it to life.
God, I hope it’s good. I’ve seen The Musical Wicked on stage at least 5 times. Sometimes when they hype-up these movies so much, it ends up being a disappointment. I’m a lifelong fan of The Wizard of Oz and now Wicked so please 🙏 live up to all the hype and be a good movie! (Or a GREAT movie) I hope 🤞
Whoever edited this and decided to put in the stageplay of wicked when they were talking about something being less successful, wicked has three Tonys and a few drama awards made household names of Kristin Chenoweth and Idina Menzel. You should’ve shown return to Oz or the NBC show based on wicked.
Wonder how many people will be "giving this a try" without realizing it is only the first part of a TWO part movie. Can imagine the film ending with a "please come back for part two" being greeted with groans from the audience who thought they were getting a complete story.
So far what I have been able to say, I'm not jumping out of my chair to see this. I'll wait for streaming. Nothing beats the theater. Popular is just flat. In the theater is it hilarious, for example. I don't get the two part thing either. But, hey , something for everyone so my opinion may not be yours. I have seen movies critics have bashed and loved them. So I wish them all well.
This review sounds like a paid advertisement. It doesn’t mention what I have seen in clips, that Ariana overacts in many scenes where she has to show surprise or some other basic emotion. They are beginner acting school quality. In fairness she is effective in an ended where she sings and doesn’t need to stretch acting skills. I can’t find any fault in Cynthia Erivo’s performance, either acting or singing. Perfect casting there.
I love how the “cracks in the façade” are minor. There are some major cracks, and it started with the actresses during promotion. I love how you conveniently forgot to mention Cynthia’s outrage over fan excitement and their edited movie poster. This film had the potential to be incredible because they had an incredible base of source material to start with. Splitting the movie, turning Oz into queer nation, alienating fans of the musical… they’ve ruined the chances of this being great. It will be okay and it might not be a loss, but it won’t be the blockbuster it could have been.
There's "over-long" and then there's stretching a 90-minute Act 1 into a 2 hour 40 minute movie. Having Wicked be split into two parts (and not putting "Part One" on the poster) is a cash-grab and nothing more. I very much fear Part One is going to be extremely bloated with lots of shots of pretty sets and pretty actors because that's where all the money went, and not enough happening to justify that runtime.
@@ArrowOdenn I didn’t hear that there was a part 2 until yesterday. Why did they do that? I don’t remember the play being more than 2 and a half hours and that wasn’t cut into 2 parts. That’s disappointing 😞
If some of you guys would just think a little bit you would figure out by yourselves that musical theatre is NOT the same as movies in terms of acting and the way scenes play out. Movies need more depth and longer scenes to carry out the story so it makes sense and doesn’t feel rushed. Plus, they didn’t call it “Part 1” because, marketing, as movies do to give their movie their best shot possible and also because John M. Chu has said that Wicked can definitely be a standalone film. It can stand on its own two feet and has a satisfying ending on its own. Therefore, you could be satisfied without watching the next one. Also, early reviews and die-hard Wicked fanatics that were invited to the early premieres have come out to say that they totally understand why it needed a Part 2 and how once people watch it they will understand. 🙃
I have seen the stage play. And this is absolutely dreadful- slow in many parts. Rubbish casting - it feels like and looks like an old wedding cake that’s drued out after the guests have left. A flop.
Good I disagree, I hate both actresses and I do not think they are nice people at all from what I heard. So that makes it for me a no. Also, be careful with musicals, even in the trailer these two were making me start to wince. I think the singing would get on my nerves so super over the top. That s just for me.
@@alemobra5747This is not a sequel - most of which are studio cash cow follow-ups to a successful film - it's part two of an ongoing story. Wouldn't have rushed out to see Fellowship of the Ring, either. But hey, feel free to lyfao, anyway.
@@alemobra5747 Unlike an actual sequel, it is not just the usual cash cow invented by the studio to milk a successful film for all it's worth - it's part two of an ongoing story. I wouldn't have gone to see Fellowship of the Ring, either. But he, feel free to lyfao, anyway.
@ ok dont see wicked then lmfao we wont miss you. Ive seen it and the separation is completely understandable, unless you’d want to see a 5 hour movie. Cuz they really make use of every minute of the 2h45 the movie is
For me, splitting the show into two parts automatically disqualifies it from being a great adaptation - especially if you end up with an over-long first part.
What do you mean? This movie is gonna fill in the gaps of the Broadway show and expand some plot elements. There is no way for anybody to make a single film of Wicked without the need of cutting songs, which is just impossible, given each song is important to the overall plot of the show. They are doing it right. I’m not surprised at all that it’s as long as it is, it’s full of possibilities, and a whole world of Oz to play with. I hope this helps, with understanding why they’re doing Wicked the way that they are.😀
I've never seen _Wicked_ live, but I'd read the source book and have been watching bootlegs of the show. I was surprised how quickly the musical jumped from one plot point to the next. Whether a Playbill for the show explains how much time elapses between scenes or not, it wasn't easy to discern without one. I think splitting it will allow them to fill it out just a bit more and allow us to get to know each of the major characters beyond them walking into a scene and having a handful of lines. I'd think they'd be more concerned about the second film, which is much darker. By then, we'll be emotionally invested and the tragic fates many of them suffer. For one example, I want to see how Nessarose becomes the Wicked Witch of the East rather than sit through a brief scene that shows how manipulative she is with Boq. Considering hers is the root of the silver shoes/ruby slippers storyline, she deserves more. The second act tends to sacrifice this in a hurry to tie everything into _The Wizard of Oz._ But above all, I HATE the ending. That's the big flaw, in my opinion.
@@NathanVainOfficial The musical's first act is 90 minutes. The entire show's runtime is 2 hours 30 minutes (minus interval). There is no reason to make Part One LONGER than the entire stage show.
@@braydonegan1240 Do they really need to expand some plot elements to the tune of an additional 3 hours? The musical's first act is 90 minutes. The entire show's runtime is 2 hours 30 minutes (minus interval). There is no reason to make Part One LONGER than the entire stage show. Assuming the second film is also going to hit the 2 hour mark, they've added 3 hours somewhere. That's gotta be a lot of elements.
After 85 years there are nearly 20 phrases and songs that The Wizard Of Oz introduced to the public which have become part of American and worldwide culture. Next year there won't be a single phrase or song from "Wicked" that will be remembered as part of a worldwide culture. In 85 years no one will even remember that there was a film called "Wicked".
wicked is one of the most successful musicals ever made. it is one of the longest running broadway shows ever made. it’s been 21 years since its debut and it is still going strong. there’s been plenty of references within other forms of music and media. it has firmly cemented its place in pop culture, and this movie will do nothing but make it more accessible to the general public, thereby heightening its popularity. literally what are you even talking about…?
@@boring_cheese What was the longest running, most popular musical in Broadway history? Since you don't know, I'll tell you. It's "Phantom Of The Opera". Now, beyond "Music Of The Night" (if you even know the song), name a single song from the musical. Now name a single line from that musical that has become part of American culture. From "The Wizard Of Oz" I can name one song that is considered one of the greatest of all time, four or five others that are part of American culture, and at least 20 phrases or lines that are also an integral part of American and international culture... and that after 85 years. Now, name one song from "Wicked" that is considered one of the greatest songs of all time, 4 songs that have become easily recognizable by most Americans, and 20 lines or phrases, or even one phrase as recognizable as "I've a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore" or "Pay no attention to the man behind the curtain" that comes from "Wicked". I'll wait, though I know I'll be waiting forever. I stand by my statements that like the movies for "Hair", "Phantom Of The Opera", "A Chorus Line", "Rent", "Cats", "In The Heights", "Annie", "Jersey Boys", and 100 others, no one in 85 years will care or remember this "Wicked" movie version.
EL FAH BAH is crazy 😭😭
😂
It's a homage to the author of the Original Book the wizard of Oz. L. frank Baum
It’s a nod to the original authors initials, L. Frank Baum.
Some films cause ripples, ~~~,~~~ others cause waves /// my nan introduced us to Oz I want the best for this movie. Who doesn't need fun!
Hang on, according to the Universal Pictures website, there is an embargo on reviews and scores until November 19th - meaning that reviews are not allowed to be published until then. So these comments, which all appear to be from Variety, indicate that they wrote a puff-piece for promotional purposes.
Wtf is a "puff piece"?!
@@xq280764 Puff piece (noun) "an article or story in the media that is excessively complimentary about a person, product, event, etc."
@@xq280764 Praise without knowledge. A way to uplift a play, film, or show and garner audience money without actually SEEING the event. A Lie for greed.
If only there was some method you could employ to look up the meaning of common phrases. Oh well, maybe in the future.
@@xq280764 Really?
Very interesting that allllllll the reviews are OVERWHELMING great.
Same klan that said Kamala was doing wonderful when everyone with a brain in the USA saw she was a cackling idiot.
The main factor in this is the director John M Chu. He directed Crazy Rich Asians and Into the Heights. This is a man who knows how to envision movie musical sensibilities and he is a master - not an apprentice at this work. It's fun to talk. But the bottom line is: this project is in hands that are more than capable and creative. It will fulfill then go beyond anything we can imagine, beginning with the cast he has chosen and entrusted to transferbthis work to film an bring it to life.
God, I hope it’s good. I’ve seen The Musical Wicked on stage at least 5 times. Sometimes when they hype-up these movies so much, it ends up being a disappointment. I’m a lifelong fan of The Wizard of Oz and now Wicked so please 🙏 live up to all the hype and be a good movie! (Or a GREAT movie) I hope 🤞
Just saw the movie at my university since they had an early screening. It was honestly REALLY good and I loved it!
@ Thank you; good to hear and I’m so glad. I already have a date with my best friend to see it when it opens and I can’t wait!
It's in two parts?
I don't care for the movie poster. it makes Cynthia look weird, and she's really pretty.
You missed mentioning Jonathan Bailey and Jeff Goldblum.
I'm excited to see wicked
Whoever edited this and decided to put in the stageplay of wicked when they were talking about something being less successful, wicked has three Tonys and a few drama awards made household names of Kristin Chenoweth and Idina Menzel. You should’ve shown return to Oz or the NBC show based on wicked.
Wonder how many people will be "giving this a try" without realizing it is only the first part of a TWO part movie.
Can imagine the film ending with a "please come back for part two" being greeted with groans from the audience who thought they were getting a complete story.
Which is why I'll likely wait until that Part 2 comes out to watch both. Or try to find a slime video of the Bway version.
This is an ad shill, not a review and reaction.
Agreed. There is an embargo on reviews until 19th November. Actual reviews will be available then.
So far what I have been able to say, I'm not jumping out of my chair to see this. I'll wait for streaming. Nothing beats the theater. Popular is just flat. In the theater is it hilarious, for example. I don't get the two part thing either. But, hey , something for everyone so my opinion may not be yours. I have seen movies critics have bashed and loved them. So I wish them all well.
This review sounds like a paid advertisement. It doesn’t mention what I have seen in clips, that Ariana overacts in many scenes where she has to show surprise or some other basic emotion. They are beginner acting school quality. In fairness she is effective in an ended where she sings and doesn’t need to stretch acting skills. I can’t find any fault in Cynthia Erivo’s performance, either acting or singing. Perfect casting there.
As a citizen of the third planet of Andromeda I find an actress in this movie using green face deeply offensive
Lmfao😂
😂😂😂😂
I love how the “cracks in the façade” are minor. There are some major cracks, and it started with the actresses during promotion. I love how you conveniently forgot to mention Cynthia’s outrage over fan excitement and their edited movie poster.
This film had the potential to be incredible because they had an incredible base of source material to start with. Splitting the movie, turning Oz into queer nation, alienating fans of the musical… they’ve ruined the chances of this being great. It will be okay and it might not be a loss, but it won’t be the blockbuster it could have been.
Looks abominable.
I'm tempted to see it mainly cuz of Ariana Grande. I love that girl ❤
It was so cute when she was caught on video licking a donut and putting it back on the shelf for some unsuspecting person to eat. 😑
Cynthia ERIVO is THISCLOSE to getting her EGOT…i ADORE HER!
Negatives: the movie ends.
Just saw the movie at my university since they had an early screening. It was honestly REALLY good and I loved it!
At a university? 😂 . That means the movie will be utter dogshit
There's "over-long" and then there's stretching a 90-minute Act 1 into a 2 hour 40 minute movie. Having Wicked be split into two parts (and not putting "Part One" on the poster) is a cash-grab and nothing more. I very much fear Part One is going to be extremely bloated with lots of shots of pretty sets and pretty actors because that's where all the money went, and not enough happening to justify that runtime.
@@ArrowOdenn I didn’t hear that there was a part 2 until yesterday. Why did they do that? I don’t remember the play being more than 2 and a half hours and that wasn’t cut into 2 parts. That’s disappointing 😞
If some of you guys would just think a little bit you would figure out by yourselves that musical theatre is NOT the same as movies in terms of acting and the way scenes play out. Movies need more depth and longer scenes to carry out the story so it makes sense and doesn’t feel rushed. Plus, they didn’t call it “Part 1” because, marketing, as movies do to give their movie their best shot possible and also because John M. Chu has said that Wicked can definitely be a standalone film. It can stand on its own two feet and has a satisfying ending on its own. Therefore, you could be satisfied without watching the next one. Also, early reviews and die-hard Wicked fanatics that were invited to the early premieres have come out to say that they totally understand why it needed a Part 2 and how once people watch it they will understand. 🙃
@@jujubee2141🤦🏽♀️
@@paola7045 Hmmm 🤔
@ I guess you know everything!
I have seen the stage play. And this is absolutely dreadful- slow in many parts. Rubbish casting - it feels like and looks like an old wedding cake that’s drued out after the guests have left. A flop.
It’s two films? What?
Good I disagree, I hate both actresses and I do not think they are nice people at all from what I heard. So that makes it for me a no. Also, be careful with musicals, even in the trailer these two were making me start to wince. I think the singing would get on my nerves so super over the top. That s just for me.
No thanks not for me. I love witches but no no no😂
Not rushing out to see a movie that's second half is being released a year later. 😑
Apparently the first part stands on it's own as a movie
have you never heard of sequels? lmfao its not something new
@@alemobra5747This is not a sequel - most of which are studio cash cow follow-ups to a successful film - it's part two of an ongoing story. Wouldn't have rushed out to see Fellowship of the Ring, either. But hey, feel free to lyfao, anyway.
@@alemobra5747 Unlike an actual sequel, it is not just the usual cash cow invented by the studio to milk a successful film for all it's worth - it's part two of an ongoing story. I wouldn't have gone to see Fellowship of the Ring, either. But he, feel free to lyfao, anyway.
@ ok dont see wicked then lmfao we wont miss you. Ive seen it and the separation is completely understandable, unless you’d want to see a 5 hour movie. Cuz they really make use of every minute of the 2h45 the movie is
Well with those reviews, your average viewer has no choice to like it, or else..
Eric Adams of NYC mayor fame told the truth and now he is facing federal prison. Thats how the klan works.
El Faba?? LOL
💗🌄💚
For me, splitting the show into two parts automatically disqualifies it from being a great adaptation - especially if you end up with an over-long first part.
What do you mean? This movie is gonna fill in the gaps of the Broadway show and expand some plot elements. There is no way for anybody to make a single film of Wicked without the need of cutting songs, which is just impossible, given each song is important to the overall plot of the show. They are doing it right. I’m not surprised at all that it’s as long as it is, it’s full of possibilities, and a whole world of Oz to play with.
I hope this helps, with understanding why they’re doing Wicked the way that they are.😀
The musical itself is in 2 parts so I initially agreed with you but I can forgive it for that logic alone
I've never seen _Wicked_ live, but I'd read the source book and have been watching bootlegs of the show. I was surprised how quickly the musical jumped from one plot point to the next. Whether a Playbill for the show explains how much time elapses between scenes or not, it wasn't easy to discern without one. I think splitting it will allow them to fill it out just a bit more and allow us to get to know each of the major characters beyond them walking into a scene and having a handful of lines. I'd think they'd be more concerned about the second film, which is much darker. By then, we'll be emotionally invested and the tragic fates many of them suffer.
For one example, I want to see how Nessarose becomes the Wicked Witch of the East rather than sit through a brief scene that shows how manipulative she is with Boq. Considering hers is the root of the silver shoes/ruby slippers storyline, she deserves more. The second act tends to sacrifice this in a hurry to tie everything into _The Wizard of Oz._
But above all, I HATE the ending. That's the big flaw, in my opinion.
@@NathanVainOfficial The musical's first act is 90 minutes. The entire show's runtime is 2 hours 30 minutes (minus interval). There is no reason to make Part One LONGER than the entire stage show.
@@braydonegan1240 Do they really need to expand some plot elements to the tune of an additional 3 hours? The musical's first act is 90 minutes. The entire show's runtime is 2 hours 30 minutes (minus interval). There is no reason to make Part One LONGER than the entire stage show. Assuming the second film is also going to hit the 2 hour mark, they've added 3 hours somewhere. That's gotta be a lot of elements.
After 85 years there are nearly 20 phrases and songs that The Wizard Of Oz introduced to the public which have become part of American and worldwide culture. Next year there won't be a single phrase or song from "Wicked" that will be remembered as part of a worldwide culture. In 85 years no one will even remember that there was a film called "Wicked".
wicked is one of the most successful musicals ever made. it is one of the longest running broadway shows ever made. it’s been 21 years since its debut and it is still going strong. there’s been plenty of references within other forms of music and media. it has firmly cemented its place in pop culture, and this movie will do nothing but make it more accessible to the general public, thereby heightening its popularity.
literally what are you even talking about…?
@@boring_cheese What was the longest running, most popular musical in Broadway history? Since you don't know, I'll tell you. It's "Phantom Of The Opera". Now, beyond "Music Of The Night" (if you even know the song), name a single song from the musical. Now name a single line from that musical that has become part of American culture. From "The Wizard Of Oz" I can name one song that is considered one of the greatest of all time, four or five others that are part of American culture, and at least 20 phrases or lines that are also an integral part of American and international culture... and that after 85 years. Now, name one song from "Wicked" that is considered one of the greatest songs of all time, 4 songs that have become easily recognizable by most Americans, and 20 lines or phrases, or even one phrase as recognizable as "I've a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore" or "Pay no attention to the man behind the curtain" that comes from "Wicked". I'll wait, though I know I'll be waiting forever. I stand by my statements that like the movies for "Hair", "Phantom Of The Opera", "A Chorus Line", "Rent", "Cats", "In The Heights", "Annie", "Jersey Boys", and 100 others, no one in 85 years will care or remember this "Wicked" movie version.
They ruined it. The racial part was supposed to be subtle allegory, not literal. They're once again beating us over the head with "the message".
Oh well. Hopefully you can handle it. If not, don’t watch it.
It's like that's all you think about
What's your problem, have you watched it?
Answer: NO
So why complain?
what message is that
Did this narrator graduate from Shill university?
let me guess you are on of those "i dont liike it so you cant" cunts
I have a feeling this is like a bad high school play. Loved the book. Hated the movie
There’s no movie yet?🤣 or have you watched it already?🤣
You are genuinely insane. I worked on these FILMS, two of them, because it’s not just “a movie”.
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