Grade ( in English) : 9G
Admission Number : 21204
Romidu Dimath Goonathilake
Movie Synopsis – Wicked(2024)
Wicked – The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz
Wicked is a musical fantasy film directed by Jon M. Chu. It is based on a Broadway musical and the novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West by Gregory Maguire. The film tells the story of the witches from The Wizard of Oz, focusing on their friendship and the events that shape their lives.
Plot
The story takes place in the Land of Oz. Elphaba, who will become the Wicked Witch of the West, is born with green skin and magical powers. She faces many challenges because of her appearance. At Shiz University, she meets Galinda Upland, a popular student, and they become friends despite their differences.
Elphaba learns that the Wizard of Oz is not as good as he seems. She decides to fight injustice, using her powers, which leads to her becoming the Wicked Witch.
Themes
The film shows friendship, identity, and the struggle between good and evil. It also gives depth to the witches, showing them as real people rather than just villains.
Reception
The performances of Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda were praised. The music, costumes, and sets were also appreciated. The film won awards for costume and production design.
Conclusion
Wicked offers a new look at a classic story. It combines strong storytelling, music, and performances to make it an exciting and popular movie.
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