Explore

TrendpostTrendpost
3 Songs From the First Wicked Movie Worth Replaying After the Credits

3 Songs From the First Wicked Movie Worth Replaying After the Credits

The 'Wicked' movie soundtrack is full of classics, but these three songs in particular will have you hitting repeat long after the film ends.
TrendpostTrendpost
Why Familiar Broadway Songs Feel New in the Wicked Movies

Why Familiar Broadway Songs Feel New in the Wicked Movies

The 'Wicked' movie breathes new life into its classic songs. Here’s why 'Defying Gravity' and 'For Good' feel more emotionally potent than ever.
TrendpostTrendpost
Why Wicked: For Good's Heavy Themes Don't Drown Out Its Musical Joy

Why Wicked: For Good's Heavy Themes Don't Drown Out Its Musical Joy

Exploring how the 'Wicked' film adaptation successfully balances its surprisingly deep political themes with the undeniable joy of its iconic musical numbers.
TrendpostTrendpost
How Wicked: For Good Connects Broadway Veterans With New Oz Fans

How Wicked: For Good Connects Broadway Veterans With New Oz Fans

The 'Wicked' movie adaptation serves as a cultural bridge, connecting longtime fans of the Broadway show with a new generation of viewers.
TrendpostTrendpost
How the Two Wicked Films Connect Broadway Fans and New Movie Viewers

How the Two Wicked Films Connect Broadway Fans and New Movie Viewers

The 'Wicked' films bridge the gap between Broadway fans and newcomers by expanding the story, adding new songs, and making smart casting choices.
TrendpostTrendpost
Why Wicked Was Split Into Two Movies at Defying Gravity

Why Wicked Was Split Into Two Movies at Defying Gravity

The blockbuster ‘Wicked’ film adaptation is split into two movies. We break down the creative choice to divide the story at its most defiant moment.
TrendpostTrendpost
2 New Stephen Schwartz Songs Address Wicked: For Good's Storytelling Challenges

2 New Stephen Schwartz Songs Address Wicked: For Good's Storytelling Challenges

The 'Wicked' movie sequel adds two original songs by Stephen Schwartz, not just as extras, but to solve key narrative and character challenges.
TrendpostTrendpost
How Wicked and Wicked: For Good Handle Their Most Emotional Songs

How Wicked and Wicked: For Good Handle Their Most Emotional Songs

A deep dive into how the stage musical 'Wicked' and its two-part film adaptation approach their most iconic and emotional musical numbers.
TrendpostTrendpost
How to Separate Plot Changes From Performances in Wicked: For Good and Broadway

How to Separate Plot Changes From Performances in Wicked: For Good and Broadway

A guide for fans on how to critically appreciate the 'Wicked' movie by evaluating plot adaptations and new performances on their own merits.
TrendpostTrendpost
Why the Wicked: For Good Ending Keeps Fans Debating

Why the Wicked: For Good Ending Keeps Fans Debating

It's the emotional climax of 'Wicked,' but the final goodbye between Elphaba and Glinda is also the story's most debated moment. Here's why.
TrendpostTrendpost
How Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Bring Emotion to the For Good Duet

How Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Bring Emotion to the For Good Duet

A closer look at why the moving 'For Good' duet by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo is a standout moment for the new 'Wicked' movie.
TrendpostTrendpost
Why the "For Good" Lyrics Hit Differently After Wicked: For Good

Why the "For Good" Lyrics Hit Differently After Wicked: For Good

The song 'For Good' was always Wicked's emotional core, but after the two-part film adaptation, the iconic duet has taken on a new layer of meaning.