As Oz descends into fascism, Elphaba fights to make others see the truth about the Wizard.
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Independent film Anora won the Oscar for best film in a ceremony which was marked for how lacklustre it all was.
As a huge fan of the musical, and a researcher in disability studies, I was interested to see if this casting decision represented a change in attitude towards the character.
From great casting to thoughtful design and narrative, Wicked gets it right.
Defying Gravity is about the power of choosing and forging your own path, with or without help.
Nostalgia can provide emotional relief during times of stress, a fact which the entertainment industry takes full advantage of to profit off of the anxiety of Millenials and Gen Z.
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