When “Wicked” first soared onto movie screens, it did more than retell a familiar story; it challened audiences to rethink what it means to be good, evil, and misunderstood. With “Wicked: For Good,” the story reaches it emotional and moral turning point. As Elphaba and Glinda face the consequences of their choices, the film asks viewers to consider loyalty, power, and whether doing the right thing always comes without a cost.
According to Rotten Tomatoes, “Wicked: For Good” has a darker tone and the unhurried pacing sometimes gets in the way.” The critics’ scores ranged in the high-60s to low-70s, whereas the audiences were a lot higher, well into the 90s range.
In “Wicked: For Good,” Cynthia Erivo continues to play Elphaba, bringing emotion and depth to the misunderstood Wicked Witch of the West, while Ariana Grande portrays Glinda, showing her charm, humor, and growth as she learns what it truly means to be good. Jonathan Bailey stars as Fiyero, a character whose relationships with both Elphaba and Glinda add conflict and development to the story. Jeff Goldblum appears as the Wizard of Oz, giving the character a charismatic yet mysterious presence, and Michelle Yeoh plays Madame Morrible, a powerful figure who strongly influences Elphaba’s journey.
Saige Johnson, sophomore, shared her thoughts about the newest movie.
“The new movie had many unexpected events but was very entertaining. I enjoyed the parts where Elphaba helped return the city to accept the talking animals. I personally liked “Wicked – For Good” better because this movie was more focused on the Emerald City.”
Personally, after watching the first “Wicked,” I was thrilled to watch the second movie. “Wicked: For Good.” I thought that the second movie was actually better because of how the movie developed in the middle and the end. I also like the new relationship that Glinda and Elphaba have with each other.
Overall, “Wicked: For Good“ continues the story in a meaningful and emotional way. The movie builds on the characters and relationships introduced in the first film, especially the bond between Elphaba and Glinda. While many might not like the second movie, the second film does a good job of developing the plot and showing character growth. Together, the Wicked movies give viewers a new perspective on the world of Oz and leave a lasting impression on everyone.
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