The enchanting fusion of magic and music takes center stage in the inaugural full trailer for "Wicked," the first installment of a two-part cinematic adaptation of the beloved stage musical.
Directed by Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba Thropp, the future Wicked Witch of the West, and featuring Ariana Grande as Glinda Upland, the eventual Glinda the Good, "Wicked" delves into the backstory of these two witches long before the events chronicled in "The Wizard of Oz."
The extensive trailer offers glimpses of pivotal moments from the original material, including Elphaba and Glinda's introduction to Shiz University, their encounter with the enigmatic Wizard of Oz (portrayed by the ever-charismatic Jeff Goldblum), and snippets of iconic songs like "Popular" and "Flying High."
Furthermore, the trailer delves into the intricate dynamic between Glinda and Elphaba, whose relationship evolves into a complex blend of friendship and rivalry—a bond that has resonated with queer audiences for its nuanced representation of sapphic undertones.
Beyond this central relationship, "Wicked" addresses numerous LGBTQI+ themes present in the long-standing Broadway production. These include Elphaba's ostracization from society due to factors beyond her control and the discrimination faced by talking animals in Oz, serving as a reflection of the struggles encountered by marginalized communities in reality.
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