What is the movie wicked about?

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The "Wicked" movie is an upcoming American musical fantasy film directed by Jon M. Chu. It is based on the hugely successful Broadway musical of the same name, which in turn is based on the 1995 Gregory Maguire novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West. The story serves as a prequel to The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, telling the story from the perspective of the witches of Oz, specifically Elphaba, who becomes the Wicked Witch of the West, and Glinda, who becomes Glinda the Good Witch. The movie aims to explore the complex relationship between these two characters and their journey to becoming the figures we know from the classic tale.

The film stars Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda. It's being released in two parts, with Wicked: Part One scheduled for release in November 2024 and Wicked: Part Two to follow in 2025. The film is highly anticipated due to the musical's enduring popularity and the star power of its leads. The movie will delve into the themes of friendship, prejudice, and the corruption%20of%20power while showcasing elaborate costumes, sets, and, of course, the iconic musical numbers.

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