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For this week's main podcast review, Katie Johnson, Josh Parham, Lauren LaMagna & Cody Dericks join me to discuss the sequel to last year's "Wicked," titled "Wicked: For Good," starring Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Michelle Yeoh, and Jeff Goldblum. The film adapts the second act of the 2003 stage musical by Stephen Schwartz and Winnie Holzman, which was loosely based on Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel, a reimagining of L. Frank Baum's 1900 novel "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" and its 1939 film adaptation. Darker and more complex to bring to the big screen, Set in the Land of Oz before and during the events of "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," the film explores the relationship between Elphaba and Glinda as they embrace their new identities as the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good, with more tie-ins to "The Wizard of Oz." Following the success of last year's film, what did we think of this emotional conclusion? Please tune in as we discuss the adaptation choices, Jon M. Chu's direction, the cinematography, the musical numbers, the powerful performances from Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, its awards season chances, and more in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for listening, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last night, after considerable anticipation, Mickey-Jo finally saw WICKED: For Good, the second film in the two part adaptation of the global musical phenomenon, Wicked.Both films have been directed by Jon M Chu and star Cynthia Erivo (The Color Purple) as Elphaba, Ariana Grande (13 the Musical) as Glinda, and Jonathan Bailey (Company) as Fiyero. The supporting cast also includes Marissa Bode, Ethan Slater, Michelle Yeoh, and Jeff Goldblum.Check out today's brand new *spoiler-free* review video for Mickey-Jo's thoughts on the film, its choices as an adaptation, its aesthetics, its themes and its performances without the details that would prevent you from enjoying the experience for yourself when the film is released.Remember to keep your thoughts spoiler-free in the comments section!•00:00 | introduction04:03 | context / overview09:12 | more general thoughts13:07 | adapting Act 217:30 | central themes23:24 | the score28:56 | performances33:24 | cinematography / design36:49 | final thoughtsAbout Mickey-Jo:As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MickeyJoTheatre⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 89,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Min 4: WICKED 2: FOR GOOD (3 estrellas) Wicked 2", dirigida por Jon M. Chu y protagonizada por Cynthia Erivo y Ariana Grande, retoma el viaje de Elphaba y Glinda justo donde lo dejó la primera parte, pero lo hace con un pulso más sombrío y un sentido de la épica que empuja el cuento hacia territorios de ruptura emocional. La película muestra cómo la amistad entre ambas se tensiona hasta el límite mientras Oz revela su cara más despiadada, con el Mago consolidando un régimen que convierte la diferencia en amenaza. Chu maneja el musical con una puesta en escena más ambiciosa, mezcla números íntimos con despliegues visuales de gran formato y da a Erivo un arco dramático que sostiene la película con una potencia que no siempre alcanza su compañera de reparto. Min 16: THE RUNNING MAN (3'5 estrellas) "The Running Man (2025)", dirigida por Edgar Wright y con Glen Powell en un papel que confirma su salto definitivo al estrellato, convierte la novela de Stephen King (publicada como Richard Bachman) en una distopía vibrante, estilizada y mucho más cercana al tono satírico del autor que la versión de los ochenta. Wright despliega su sello visual con un montaje eléctrico, humor negro dosificado y una lectura muy clara del poder de las plataformas y la viralidad como nueva forma de control social. Min 21: CIUDAD SIN SUEÑO (4 ESTRELLAS) "Ciudad sin sueño", ópera prima de ficción de Guillermo Galoe, sigue a Toni (Antonio Fernández Gabarre), un chico gitano de 15 años que vive con su familia en la Cañada Real, el asentamiento irregular más grande de Europa, mientras los derribos y los planes de realojo amenazan con borrar el único mundo que conoce. Galoe, que escribe el guion junto a Víctor Alonso-Berbel y trabaja con intérpretes no profesionales del propio barrio, construye un drama social de fuerte carga atmosférica en el que la precariedad eléctrica, las hogueras nocturnas y las leyendas infantiles se mezclan con la cámara en mano y las imágenes captadas con móviles para levantar un retrato entre poético y crudo de una comunidad al borde del desalojo. Min 25: DRÁCULA, DE LUC BESSON (2,5 ESTRELLAS) "Drácula", la relectura de Luc Besson sobre el mito, apuesta por un romanticismo oscuro que combina tragedia, exceso visual y una mirada obsesiva sobre la inmortalidad del deseo. Lejos de la estilización gótica clásica, Besson propone un vampiro más febril y vulnerable, interpretado por Caleb Landry Jones con una mezcla de fragilidad y violencia que sostiene la película incluso cuando el relato se escapa hacia lo operístico. El director francés construye un duelo emocional entre Drácula y la joven que encarna la reencarnación de su amada, y lo hace desde una puesta en escena de contrastes muy marcados Min 30: LA BALA (2 estrellas) "La bala", dirigida por Carlos Iglesias, es un drama de corte histórico y thriller moral que explora cómo el pasado late aún debajo de las promesas familiares y las atrocidades silenciadas. La película sigue a Julián, un sacerdote de clase acomodada que hace realidad la promesa hecha a su madre: recuperar los restos de su tía, enfermera de la División Azul muertos en la Unión Soviética durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial. MIn 33: JAY KELLY (4 estrellas) "Jay Kelly", dirigida por Noah Baumbach y protagonizada por George Clooney como su alter-ego, explora la fisura entre el rostro público y el yo privado en un star system que devora identidad. Clooney encarna a Jay Kelly, una leyenda en pleno ocaso creativo que, tras la muerte de su mentor, se embarca en un tour europeo con su fiel manager (interpretado por Adam Sandler) para asistir a un festival, encontrarse con sus hijas y enfrentarse a la sombra alargada de sus éxitos y errores. Min35: OLIVIA Y EL TERREMOTO INVISIBLE (4 estrellas) "Olivia y el terremoto invisible", dirigida por Marina Llorente, es un drama emocional que aborda cómo un acontecimiento aparentemente imperceptible puede alterar para siempre la vida de una familia. La película sigue a Olivia, una adolescente que empieza a sufrir episodios de desconexión y lapsos de memoria coincidiendo con una serie de microseísmos que sacuden de forma casi imperceptible su ciudad. Lo que al principio parece un síntoma aislado se convierte en un viaje interior donde la protagonista intenta descifrar si lo que quiebra es el suelo bajo sus pies o el mundo emocional que ha construido alrededor de su madre, una mujer absorbida por su trabajo y por la presión de mantener a flote un hogar que se resquebraja sin hacer ruido. MIn 37: ALPHA (2 estrellas) "Alpha", dirigida por Julia Draconeau, es un drama inquieto y áspero que utiliza la desaparición de un adolescente en un barrio periférico de Marsella para diseccionar el modo en que una comunidad entera vive atrapada entre el miedo, la lealtad y un silencio heredado. La historia sigue a Lina, una trabajadora social que regresa al distrito donde creció para investigar el paradero del chico, y descubre que las mismas reglas no escritas que marcaban su juventud siguen gobernando cada esquina: Min 42: SUEÑOS EN OSLO (3,5 estrellas) “Drømmer†de Dag Johan Haugerud se adentra en la complejidad del deseo adolescente y la memoria intergeneracional con una elegancia poco habitual: la joven Johanne (Ella Øverbye) se enamora de su profesora de francés, Johanna (Selome Emnetu), y ese enamoramiento desencadena ondas que alcanzan a su madre y su abuela, ambas atrapadas en sus propios sueños y renuncias. Haugerud entrega una película que combina el coming-of-age con el retrato social y familiar, pero lo hace sin estridencias: la cámara se mantiene cercana, hay silencios que pesan y la escritura visual convierte los pasillos de un instituto, las bufandas de lana, los cuadernos con anotaciones íntimas, en metáforas de la tensión entre lo que uno quiere y lo que se espera. Min 44: LA PELÍCULA DE TU VIDA, CON ENRIQUE MUÑOZ El cineasta toledano Enrique Muñoz, autor del corto "Alicia" y del reciente documental "Viven", se ha consolidado como una de las voces más personales surgidas desde la escena independiente de Castilla-La Mancha, combinando una mirada muy íntima con un fuerte arraigo territorial. Formado en París y con una trayectoria marcada por proyectos levantados casi a pulmón, Muñoz ha construido un estilo que mezcla realismo emocional, riesgo formal y una sensibilidad especial para retratar a jóvenes creadores y comunidades locales, algo que alcanza plena expresión en Viven, su mosaico sobre el pulso musical de Toledo. Invitado a la sección "La película de tu vida" del programa Estamos de Cine, el director desveló que su título de referencia es "Hook", la fábula de Spielberg que marcó su infancia y que, como él mismo reconoce, sigue alimentando su imaginario y su manera de entender el relato cinematográfico. Min 48: BSO "HOOK" Con Ángel Luque rendimos tributo y ponemos la guinda musical a la elección de la semana con una banda sonora para el recuerdo. La banda sonora de "Hook" (1991) es uno de los trabajos más exuberantes y emotivos de John Williams, una partitura que mezcla aventura, nostalgia y un lirismo casi operístico para acompañar el viaje de Peter Banning hacia la recuperación de su identidad como Peter Pan.

'Screen Talk' co-hosts Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio review Jon M. Chu's 'Wicked: For Good' and size up 'Marty Supreme's' chances at the Oscars after rapturous screenings in Los Angeles and New York. Listen to IndieWire's Filmmaker Toolkit Podcast, a weekly conversation with leading Directors and Showrunners about their process and craft. Learn the tools of the trade behind your favorite films and series. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/indiewires-filmmaker-toolkit/id1142632832 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No está siendo un buen otoño para el cine comercial americano. Ni las grandes apuestas de los estudios ni las películas salidas de los festivales han logrado altas cifras de recaudación, por eso es importante el estreno de la segunda parte de 'Wicked', por saber si marca un punto de inflexión. En este episodio analizamos el cierre de la adaptación musical y charlamos con su director Jon M. Chu. Además, comentamos el 'Jay Kelly' de George Clooney, la película de acción de Glen Powell o la nueva incursión de Julia Ducournau en el body horror con 'Alpha', una historia sobre la pandemia y el sida. También hay mucho cine español con la mirada de Guillermo Galoe a la Cañada Real en 'Ciudad sin sueño' y una película de animación sobre los desahucios y la pobreza infantil. En televisión, reconstruimos de la mano de Álvaro Morte cómo ha sido ficcionar el 23-F en 'Anatomía de un instante'. 

We couldn't be happier to be back for another episode of On the Reel discussing “Wicked: For Good!” Join me and a friend of the podcast Jack Mayer to dissect all things good and bad about the new Jon M. Chu musical starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. We also discuss the new, third film in the “Now You See Me” franchise, and Edgar Wright's new adaptation of “The Running Man.” Tune in!!Timestamps:01:59 - Now You See Me, Now You Don't (SPOILERS)14:12 - The Running Man (SPOILERS)25:25 - Wicked: For Good (SPOILERS)58:15 - Wrap-UpFollow the podcast!Instagram: @otrwithandrewTwitter: @theotrandrewpodLetterboxd: @andymike1209Follow Jack!Letterboxd: @jmay658

Wicked is back to defy gravity once again and rock the moviegoing population worldiwde. After the gigantic critical, financial and awards hit that was the first Wicked , Wicked: For Good aims to close out the adaptation of the stage musical. But, as most people online now, the second half of the Wicked musical is infamous for being much weaker than the first. I was shocked last year when I stepped into that screening and came out actually liking Wicked; I was not looking forward to seeing a nearly three-hour musical that was only going to tell half the story, but the performances, musical numbers and world building really won me over. I didn't think it was quite great, and scoffed a little at all the awards aclaim that followed its release... but there's no denying how much that movie struck a chord. So, with Wicked: For Good, is Jon M. Chu able to capture lightning in a bottle for a second time and deliver on what the stage musical could not? Find out in this review!Wicked: For Good:Directed by: Jon M. ChuBased on the musical stage play with music and lyrics by: Stephen SchwartzBased on the book by: Winnie Holzman; and From the novel by: Gregory MaguireScreenplay by: Winnie Holzman and Dana FoxProduced by: David Stone, Marc PlattExecutive Producers: Dana Fox, Winnie Holzman, Jared LeBoff, David Nicksay, Stephen SchwartzMusic by: John Powell, Stephen SchwartzDirector of Photography: Alice BrooksEdited by: Myron Kerstein, Tatiana S. RiegelCasting by: Tiffany Little Canfield, Bernard TelseyProduction Design by: Nathan CrowleyCostume Design by: Paul TazewellCast: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, Ethan Slater, Marissa Bode, Bowen Yang, Bronwyn James, Colman DomingoSynopsis: As an angry mob rises against the Wicked Witch, Glinda and Elphaba will need to come together one final time. With their singular friendship now the fulcrum of their futures, they will need to truly see each other, with honesty and empathy, if they are to change themselves, and all of Oz, for good.

Lucy Fenwick Elliott talks to director Jon M. Chu about his new film Wicked: For Good, in cinemas now.  Last year's global cinematic cultural sensation, which became the most successful Broadway film adaptation of all time, now reaches its epic, electrifying, emotional conclusion in Wicked: For Good. Directed once again by award-winning director Jon M. Chu and starring the spectacular returning cast, led by Academy Award® nominated superstars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, the final chapter of the untold story of the witches of Oz begins with Elphaba and Glinda estranged and living with the consequences of their choices. Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo), now demonized as The Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile, hidden within the Ozian forest while continuing her fight for the freedom of Oz's silenced Animals and desperately trying to expose the truth she knows about The Wizard (Jeff Goldblum). Glinda, meanwhile, has become the glamorous symbol of Goodness for all of Oz, living at the palace in Emerald City and reveling in the perks of fame and popularity. As an angry mob rises against the Wicked Witch, Glinda and Elphaba will need to come together one final time. With their singular friendship now the fulcrum of their futures, they will need to truly see each other, with honesty and empathy, if they are to change themselves, and all of Oz, for good. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Follow us on Spotify. Find us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram with @picturehouses. Find our latest cinema listings at picturehouses.com.  Produced by Stripped Media. Thank you for listening. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, rate, review and share with your friends. Vive le Cinema.

Nuevo audio dedicado a los últimos estrenos, con reseña sin spoilers de "WICKED: FOR GOOD", de Jon M. Chu. Locución y montaje de Xavier Vidal. ¡Gracias por escucharnos! Redes sociales: @CinoscaRarities Blog: https://cachecine.blogspot.com.es/ Correo: cinoscararities@gmail.com Escúchanos en Spotify, Ivoox y Apple Podcast

Check hier de video van Like Stories of Old over waarom sommige films tegenwoordig niet meer “echt” aanvoelen!SPOILER REVIEW van Jon M. Chu's WICKED: FOR GOOD. Het tweede deel en de afronding van deze adaptatie van de musical, gebaseerd op de reimagining van het originele The Wonderful Wizard of Oz verhaal uit 1900 waar in 1939 al de film klassieker The Wizard of Oz van werd uitgebracht.We bespreken het acteerwerk en duiken in de technische aspecten, het verhaal en de diepere lagen van de film. Daarnaast delen we onze eigen inzichten en kijken we naar de kansen van deze film tijdens het komende awardseizoen. Enjoy!137 minuten60 metascore3.9 letterboxdTrailerRedactie: Don Zwaaneveld Bedankt voor het luisteren! Volg @dononfilm op Instagram & Letterboxd en op de Award Expert app voor de meest actuele Oscar voorspellingen.

Wicked: For Good movie is in theaters this week, so please enjoy this wonderful conversation from the AOK library with the film's director Jon M. Chu. He and Robert Peterpaul to discuss being a kind leader on set, acts of kindness from Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, his spellbinding memoir Viewfinder and more. Rejoicify - this is a thought-provoking chat filled with STAR-studded surprise guests! We're OBSESSULATED! Jon M. Chu is known for his visually stunning blockbuster films, as well as his kinetic work across various genres from groundbreaking series to commercials and films. Additionally, his unique storytelling ability has earned him the honor of inclusion on the Hollywood Reporter's Power 100 list as well as Variety's New Hollywood Leaders. Most recently, Chu directed Universal Pictures' critically acclaimed WICKED 1 & 2, starring Oscar-nominees Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. Part 1 of the feature-film adaptation of the record-breaking musical phenomenon released in theaters on November 22 and quickly became a box-office hit, becoming the highest-grossing Broadway adaption in domestic box office history in its second week earning over $350 million globally. His memoir, Viewfinder, is his journey from growing up in the Silicon Valley to transitioning to Hollywood and helming major studio projects, released Summer 2024. The book is an uplifting tale of belonging, creativity and learning to see who you truly are. His other projects include the critically acclaimed adaptation of Lin-Manuel Miranda's Tony Award-winning musical IN THE HEIGHTS for Warner Bros. Studios as well as the worldwide phenomenon CRAZY RICH ASIANS, which was nominated for numerous awards, including a SAG Award, a Golden Globe and PGA Award. It is one of the top 10 highest grossing romantic comedies of all time and the highest in a decade. It was also the first contemporary studio picture in more than 25 years to feature an all-Asian cast and opened a new chapter in Asian-American representation in Hollywood. Chu is attached to direct the highly anticipated biopic for Britney Spears based on her memoir, The Woman in Me, with Universal. He is also in development on Dr. Seuss' OH, THE PLACES YOU'LL GO! with Warner Bros and JJ Abrams' Bad Robot, which will be his first animated film. His previous films include GI. JOE: RETALIATION, NOW YOU SEE ME 2, JUSTIN BIEBER'S NEVER SAY NEVER and many more representing over 1.3 billion dollars in the worldwide box office. Thank you to Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Ethan Slater, Michelle Yeoh and Simon Hayes for the special surprise, and to Welcome to Times Square for supporting our Big Apple dreams. Follow Jon: @jonmchu Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Got kindness tips or stories? Want to just say hi? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Let us be glad. Let us be grateful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo take center stage in Wicked: For Good, the highly anticipated finale to the blockbuster musical saga. On this episode of The Moviegoers Society, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, and Drew Munhausen dive into Jon M. Chu's bold return to Oz — exploring how dazzling performances collide with a chaotic second act that still struggles to shake the musical's long-standing flaws.They break down the film's biggest strengths, from the emotional punch of “For Good” and “No Good Deed” to Jonathan Bailey's standout turn as Fiyero, while also digging into the messy pacing, rushed story threads, and expanded world-building that make Act II such a challenge to adapt for the screen. Sean and Drew also discuss the film's approach to Dorothy, the visual design of Oz, and whether this finale ultimately sticks the landing for fans of the original musical.

Wicked: Parte 2 chega aos cinemas nesta quinta-feira, 20, trazendo a conclusão épica da jornada que começou em 2024, com um enorme sucesso de público (com bilheteria mundial de US$ 758,8 milhões). Sob a direção de Jon M. Chu, a continuação retoma exatamente de onde parou, aprofundando a amizade conturbada entre Elphaba e Glinda enquanto o mundo de Oz entra em ebulição. O elenco volta com força: Cynthia Erivo, poderosa como a futura Bruxa Má do Oeste, e Ariana Grande, reprisando sua versão carismática da Bruxa Boa. A história agora avança rumo ao inevitável: o momento em que Elphaba é oficialmente vista como vilã, enquanto os jogos políticos de Oz ganham destaque. Além da dupla principal, retornam nomes como Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum e Jonathan Bailey. Neste episódio do podcast Papo de Cinema, Robledo Milani, Natália Moraes e Jaque Marques debatem sobre Wicked: Parte 2. Dê play e divirta-se!

The House and the Senate passed a bill on Tuesday to force the Justice Department to release its files related to Jeffrey Epstein. It comes after months of opposition from President Trump and GOP leadership - and after years of lobbying from some of Epstein's accusers. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports. Annie Farmer, who testified she was sexually abused by Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell when she was 16, speaks to "CBS Mornings" about Congress' vote to release the files. She said she's hopeful there will be transparency following this vote, but still has concerns. She also spoke about Maxwell, saying, "she needs to serve her full sentence." Anna Kepner was traveling with her family in the Caribbean when the 18-year-old's body was found by a cruise ship worker. The FBI is looking into whether it was foul play and, according to a court filing in an unrelated family matter, a criminal case may be opened against a stepsibling of Kepner. "Wicked: For Good" director Jon M. Chu joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the highly-anticipated movie, his journey to working on the films and casting. The movie takes place right before and during the events of the 1939 movie, "The Wizard of Oz." Guinness World Records has been tracking records for 70 years. Nancy Chen reports on how it got started, how records are set and some of the people achieving the feats. It's been 30 years since the release of The Smashing Pumpkins' "Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness." Now, frontman Billy Corgan is collaborating with the Lyric Opera of Chicago to stage a new interpretation of the album with a 60-piece orchestra. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Film critic Emma Jones joins Eve Jackson to unpack Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's show-stopping return to Oz in Jon M. Chu's "Wicked: For Good", the blockbuster sequel landing with sky-high expectations, brand-new music and even a headline-grabbing incident at its Asian premiere. But this week's arts24 film show has far more than pink bubbles and green glamour.

Travis Hopson reviews Jon M. Chu's WICKED: FOR GOOD led by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande!WICKED: FOR GOOD opens Nov. 21st.SYNOPSIS: Five years after the events of “Wicked,” Elphaba Thropp is now a fugitive, branded the Wicked Witch of the West, who continues her fight for Animal rights and other causes. Glinda Upland, meanwhile, has become a spokeswoman known as Glinda the Good, under the watch of the Wizard and Madam Morrible. As the two deal with consequences of their choices, their relationship is tested by a complicated chain of events, including the unexpected arrival of Dorothy Gale from Kansas that will change the Land of Oz forever.All of this and more can be found at www.punchdrunkcritics.com!Subscribe to Punch Drunk Critics on YouTube:    / @punchdrunkcritics1  Follow Punch Drunk Critics on Twitter:   / pdcmovies  Follow Punch Drunk Critics on Facebook:   / pdcmovies  You can also subscribe to our podcast Cinema Royale anywhere you get your podcasts!#WickedForGood #Wicked #arianagrande

Par Rafael Wolf et Stéphane Gobbo "Dossier 137" de Dominik Moll "Jay Kelly" de Noah Baumbach "Running Man" dʹEdgar Wright "Wicked II" de Jon M. Chu

Suite et fin de lʹadaptation de la comédie musicale de Broadway. Etiquetée comme la Méchante Sorcière de l'Ouest, Elphaba vit désormais en exil, cachée dans la forêt. Elle poursuit sa lutte pour la liberté des animaux muselés, tout en cherchant à révéler la véritable nature du Magicien d'Oz. Glinda, en revanche, est devenue l'incarnation même du glamour et de la vertu. Installée dans le palais d'Emeraude, elle jouit des privilèges de sa célébrité et œuvre, sous l'influence de Madame Morrible, à renforcer l'image du règne du Magicien auprès du peuple. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yTKserQc-z8

Jon M. Chu joins Seth and Josh on the pod this week! Jon chats all abut growing up in Los Altos, California, the Chinese restaurant his family owns that he grew up working in, his memories of growing up in a family of five with immigrant parents, stories from a trip to France with his mom, how early exposure to technology and video editing shaped his passion for filmmaking, the influences of 'Crazy Rich Asians' and 'Wicked' on his life, and so much more! Plus, Jon chats about his film, Wicked: For Good, out in theaters November 21, 2025! Watch more Family Trips episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlqYOfxU_jQem4_NRJPM8_wLBrEEQ17B6 ------------------------- Support our sponsors: Shipt Shipt's exclusive savings event: Season of Savings, happening from November 16th through December 28th. Shop tons of deals, including member-exclusive savings, all season long. Terms apply. Download the app or order now at Shipt.com Uplift Elevate your workspace with UPLIFT Desk. Go to https://upliftdesk.com/FAMILY for a special offer exclusive to our audience. Fabric Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to help protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at meetfabric.com/trips. Policies issued by Western-Southern Life Assurance Company. Not available in certain states. Prices subject to underwriting and health questions. ------------------------- Family Trips is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Theme song written and performed by Jeff Tweedy. ------------------------- About the Show: Lifelong brothers Seth Meyers and Josh Meyers ask guests to relive childhood memories, unforgettable family trips, and other disasters! New Episodes of Family Trips with the Meyers Brothers are available every Tuesday. ------------------------- Executive Producers: Rob Holysz, Jeph Porter, Natalie Holysz Creative Producer: Sam Skelton Coordinating Producer: Derek Johnson Video Editor: Josh Windisch Mix & Master: Josh Windisch Episode Artwork: Analise Jorgensen #familytrips #sethmeyers #joshmeyers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Acuérdense que estos reviews inician originalmente en formato historias de Instagram, si los escuchan raros es porque los subo al podcast con la intención de también compartirlos por acá, pero están grabados por segmentos. Habiendo dicho eso, ¡hablemos de Wicked: For Good! La segunda parte con la que termina la saga con la que Jon M. Chu se lleva la Wicked que amamos de Broadway a los cines. ¿Ustedes qué tienen que decir de ella?

Actors Bryan Cranston and Marianne Jean-Baptiste discuss their production of Arthur Miller's All My Sons. Director Jon M Chu reveals the influence of watching The Wizard of Oz , as a boy growing up. And how he cast his very own Wicked: For Good. Samira is joined by food writers Diana Henry and Nikkitha Bakshani - who also happens to be an award winning novelist - to talk about the art of great food writing. And dynamic pricing in theatre - is it more (or less) fair for market forces to decide how high ticket prices can rise.Presenter: Samira Ahmed

Gasp! We're doing an episode on the smash hit musical Wicked! At least the first part. We discuss the friendship between our 2 leads, the move from stage to screen, hidden references, world-building, & more!   I Love This You Should Too is hosted by Samantha and Indy Randhawa   Wicked (Part I) is a 2024 American musical fantasy film directed by Jon M. Chu and written by Winnie Holzman and Dana Fox. It adapts the first act of the 2003 stage musical by Stephen Schwartz and Holzman, which was loosely based on Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel, a reimagining of L. Frank Baum's 1900 novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and its 1939 film adaptation. The film stars Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba Thropp and Ariana Grande as Glinda Upland, with Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Marissa Bode (in her film debut), Peter Dinklage, Michelle Yeoh, and Jeff Goldblum in supporting roles. Set in the Land of Oz before the events of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, the film explores the early relationship between Elphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West, and her dormitory roommate Galinda, who becomes Glinda the Good.

Nouvel épisode de LCDS (La Critique Des Sorties ), notre format critique où l'on analyse une œuvre cinématographique ou sériel !Personne ne le demandait et pourtant il est là, le nouvel opus de la saga Insaisissables porté à l'écran par Ruben Fleischer (Venom, Zombieland…). On revient sur les premiers opus qui ont été réalisés par Louis Leterrier et Jon M. Chu avant d'aborder le film avec au centre Jesse Eisenberg, Isla Fisher, Dave Franco, Woody Harrelson et un tas de jeunes acteurs, serait ce un nouveau Legacyquel ?Acast: https://shows.acast.com/650efd10f66c690011960c1aSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1UydxAKx8fGt2v8dHbPtLUApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/la-nuit-des-sorties/id1709018669Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/fr/show/1000297301Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaNuitDesSortiesTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lanuitdessortiesTwitter/X: https://x.com/LanuitdesortiesBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/lanuitdessorties.bsky.socialTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@la.nuit.des.sortiesD Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Elise and Marcelo spend 4 hours and 20 minutes discussing Lin-Manuel Miranda's In the Heights, from watching the original Broadway run (one of them did that) to the deep connection they have with the film (directed by the Wickedly talented Jon M. Chu).

Filmmaker Jon M. Chu joins Kristen Welker for a Meet the Moment conversation about his new film “Wicked: For Good,” how A.I. is reshaping social media and the importance of representation in storytelling after the success of “Crazy Rich Asians.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) and Sen. James Lankford (R-Okla.) weigh in as the government shutdown drags on and Democrats sweep elections on Tuesday. Ashley Etienne, Ryan Nobles, Marc Short and Amy Walter join the roundtable. “Wicked: For Good” director Jon M. Chu joins Kristen Welker for a Meet the Moment conversation.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Byte, Tony takes you behind the curtain of Wicked: One Wonderful Night, the electrifying live special that celebrates the world of Oz like never before. Featuring interviews with Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Marissa Bode, Jeff Goldblum, and director Jon M. Chu, this episode explores how the cast and crew brought magic to the stage—while Jon was still deep in post-production on the Wicked film. From live vocals and choreography to elaborate staging and character moments, the special is a love letter to musical theater, fandom, and the enduring spell of Wicked. 

Rob shares his thoughts on an incredible Dancing With the Stars Wicked Night, featuring standout performances from Elaine Hendrix, Alix Earle, and Jordan Chiles. He also praises guest judge and Wicked director Jon M. Chu for his authenticity, expertise, and honest feedback throughout the night.Follow Us on Social Media:IG & TikTok — @theflame_esHost: Rob Cao

In this month's Shameless Plug, the show in which Chris Hewitt sits down with Empire editor Nick de Semlyen to do a deep dive into the latest issue of Empire, Chris Hewitt sits down with Empire editor Nick de Semlyen to do a deep dive into the latest issue of Empire. Which, for the first time in our history, has a musical on the cover, Jon M. Chu's Wicked For Good, and Nick explains how he went down the yellow brick road towards making that happen. Elsewhere, the pair discuss eating panna cottas on the set of Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein, asking Josh Brolin about lions, and much, much more. And if you haven't read the new issue yet, it's on sale right now in all good, wicked, and virtual newsagents. Enjoy!

Welcome to Multiverse News, Your source for Information about all your favorite fictional universesIt appears as though Marvel Studios much speculated film that was slated to release between Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars in July 2027, won't be happening after all; or at least not that July, as Disney has replaced the untitled project with a sequel to The Simpsons Movie dated for July 23, 2027. The move comes as a surprise to many Marvel fans who anticipated a possible Doctor Strange or Shang-Chi sequel to take place between the Avengers tentpoles but is in keeping with what Bob Iger and Kevin Feige have promised about a slowdown in production. Elsewhere, with Marvel Zombies premiering on Disney Plus last week, Marvel TV head Brad Winderbaum teased a possible season 2, but emphasized that would be contingent on viewership and new Disney Plus subscriptions. Meanwhile, Elizabeth Olsen took the opportunity to share that although she recorded lines for the series, she doesn't remember anything about the show or plot. It was a huge week for trailers from a bevy of our favorite franchises, so lets run them down with another good old fashioned Trailer Park:Insomniac and Sony released the first gameplay trailer for Marvel's Wolverine on the PS5, which will release in fall of 2026.Lucasfilm unveiled a new trailer for Star Wars; Visions Volume 3 which also announced the cast that includes Anna Sawai, Freddie Highmore, George Takei, Harvey Guillén, Jodie Turner-Smith, Judith Light, Simu Liu, Stephanie Hsu, and Steve Buscemi.The final trailer for Jon M. Chu's Wicked: For Good released last Wednesday morning to much acclaim.And finally, a new trailer for 20th Century's Avatar: Fire and Ash teased more of the villainous faction and stakes.Director Denis Villeneuve shed new light on his upcoming version of 007 for Amazon/MGM; sharing that the casting process will begin next year after he's completed production on Dune: Part Three for Warner Bros and that he is looking to cast a “relatively unknown” “fresh face” actor in their 20s or 30s. Additional criteria the filmmaker included is that the performer must hail from the British Isles and be male, as well as his desire to capture what Fleming called “a blunt instrument” — the lethal but “extremely dull, uninteresting man to whom things happened.” If Villeneuve and team stay true to these parameters, it potentially rules out many fan-casted favorites and seems to be in more alignment with the Broccoli family's traditions with the character than expected with new creatives in control.Mark Ronson is slated to reunite with Greta Gerwig to score her Chronicles of Narnia adaptation at Netflix. Ronson previously served as executive music producer for Gerwig's Barbie.Amazon MGM Studios‘ adaptation of Rebecca Yarros' bestselling novel Fourth Wing is closing in on a new showrunner. Wednesday Season 2 executive producer Meredith Averill is in final negotiations to board the project as writer and executive producer.Sony revealed that Spider-Man: Beyond the SpiderVerse will arrive a week earlier than expected, and land on June 18, 2027. Notably, that new date will cover the Juneteenth holiday as well as Father's Day. It previously was dated for June 25, 2027.Comedian Bill Burr is in talks to join the cast of Aaron Sorkin and Sony Pictures' sequel to The Social Network, after Jeremy Strong, Mikey Madison and Jeremy Allen White were officially cast. The film also has been retitled The Social Reckoning and will officially hit theaters on Oct. 9, 2026.A newly created AI “actress” named Tilly Norwood, designed by the studio Xicoia under Particle6, has reportedly drawn interest from Hollywood talent agencies. The announcement sparked major backlash from real actors, with critiques about replacing human talent, the ethics of compositing real faces, and calls to boycott agencies that represent AI personas.

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Dive into the latest episode of Notorious Mass Effect, where your host Analytic Dreamz delivers an unfiltered reaction to the electrifying final trailer for Wicked: For Good. Dropping this Wednesday, this blockbuster preview teases the epic conclusion of the Broadway-to-screen saga, spotlighting Cynthia Erivo's powerhouse Elphaba and Ariana Grande's enchanting Glinda as they clash and unite against dark forces in Oz. Analytic Dreamz breaks down the soaring musical numbers, stunning visuals from director Jon M. Chu, and the emotional stakes of their unbreakable bond—will "For Good" redefine friendship anthems on film? Explore hidden Easter eggs, production buzz, and what this means for 2025's must-see musicals. Perfect for Wicked superfans craving trailer breakdowns, Mass Effect lore ties to themes of destiny and alliance, and fresh takes on pop culture crossovers. Tune in for Analytic Dreamz's passionate insights that blend nostalgia with forward-thinking analysis. Don't miss this segment—subscribe now for weekly dives into entertainment's boldest moments. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Vuelve un clásico, vuelve la ilusión, vuelve la carrera al Oscar. No te pierdas el estreno de la decimocuarta temporada de La Sexta Nominada, una introducción a las películas que protagonizarán la próxima carrera por el Oscar en su 98 edición. Dani Mantilla y Juan Sanguino hablan en la primera parte de este espacial de las películas de Yorgos Lanthimos, Joachim Trier, Luca Guadagnino, Paul Thomas Anderson, Noah Baumbach, Hikari, Chloé Zhao, Guillermo del Toro, Kathryn Bigelow, Ryan Coogler, Jon M. Chu, Josh Safdie, Richard Linklater, Scott Cooper, Kleber Mendonça Filho y Jafar Panahi. Escucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de La Sexta Nominada . Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/46194

What if, instead of just watching Hamlet, you could step inside the prince's mind? A revelatory new audio production reimagines Shakespeare's iconic tragedy as a first-person experience told through Hamlet's POV. We only hear the scenes in which he appears—every soliloquy becomes an inner monologue, every whisper a voice in our ears. With stunning binaural sound design by Tony Award–winner Mikhail Fiksel and an intimate, close-mic performance by Daniel Kyri (“Chicago Fire”) as the Prince of Denmark, Hamlet is transformed into a deeply personal journey through grief, paranoia, memory, and resolve. The six-episode podcast of Hamlet is produced by Make-Believe Association, an audio storytelling group based in Chicago. The production, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in June, includes performances by John Douglas Thompson as Claudius (and the Ghost), Sharon Washington as Gertrude, and Jacob Ming-Trent as Polonius. In this episode, director Jeremy McCarter shares how technology unlocked new layers of intimacy and urgency in Shakespeare's play—and why, more than 400 years later, Hamlet's questions still resonate. >>>Listen to Hamlet at hamlet.fm or wherever you listen to podcasts. Headphones heighten the experience! From the Shakespeare Unlimited podcast. Published July 29, 2025. © Folger Shakespeare Library. All rights reserved. This episode was produced by Matt Frassica. Garland Scott is the executive producer. It was edited by Gail Kern Paster. We had help with web production from Paola García Acuña. Leonor Fernandez edits our transcripts. Final mixing services are provided by Clean Cuts at Three Seas, Inc. Jeremy McCarter founded Make-Believe Association in 2017 after five years on the artistic staff of the Public Theater in New York. For the company, he adapted The Lost Books of the Odyssey; co-wrote City on Fire: Chicago Race Riot 1919 (with Natalie Moore); co-created and co-wrote the acclaimed epic Lake Song (Tribeca Festival Audio Premiere, winner of three Signal Awards), and adapted and directed the audacious new take on Hamlet. His books include Young Radicals; Hamilton: The Revolution (with Lin-Manuel Miranda); and Viewfinder: A Memoir of Seeing and Being Seen (with Jon M. Chu). He has written about culture and politics for New York Magazine, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and other publications. He is the literary executor of the novelist and playwright Thornton Wilder.

Do pop stars need to tour between every album? Let's ask Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber. We're diving into Justin's new creative freedom as an artist and Miley's point of view on touring “Something Beautiful”. PLUS Emmy nominations, Ariana Grande's new movie role, Beyoncé getting robbed, and so much more! Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to my Substack 00:00 Introduction02:24 New Music Releases14:10 Bad Bunny kicks off Debi Tirar Mas Fotos Tour 18:05 Beyoncé has unreleased music and setlists stolen from rental car in Atlanta22:43 77th Annual Emmy Nominations 38:11 Gabby Windey set to host “Love Overboard” on Hulu41:31 Ariana Grande to star in Jon M. Chu's “Oh the Places You'll Go” 45:18 Justin Bieber settles $31.5 M debt with Scooter Braun52:44 Miley Cyrus shares she has “no desire” to tour01:02:02 RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 10 recap01:16:05 Love Island Season 7 Finale recap 01:22:57 Love Island Beyond the Villa recap 01:28:20 Yes and Mess of the Week  

James Gunn's Superman held its premiere in London July, 2, where the director confidently told The Times of London that his superhero epic celebrates "the story of America" and champions basic human kindness in a world that desperately needs it. Meanwhile, star David Corenswet shared at the London premiere that his predecessors did “a very Superman thing,” with former Men of Steel Henry Cavill and Tyler Hoechlin encouraging him to make the role his own.Universal's Jurassic World Rebirth chomped its way to a $147 million five-day weekend opening during the Fourth of July. While those numbers would make any studio exec happy, they're actually a steep drop from the franchise's predecessors, suggesting that after 32 years, audiences might be experiencing some dino-fatigue. Universal clearly saw the writing on the wall and slashed the production budget from a mammoth $250 million down to a more modest $180 million, but the franchise is still roaring overseas. Australian-American actor Julian McMahon, beloved for his roles in Nip/Tuck, Charmed, and as Dr. Doom in the 2000's 20th Century Fox Fantastic Four films, died peacefully on July 2nd at age 56 following a private battle with cancer.Michael Madsen, the gravel-voiced character actor best known for his menacing roles in Quentin Tarantino's Reservoir Dogs, Kill Bill, and The Hateful Eight, died Thursday morning from cardiac arrest at his Malibu home at age 67.The next installment in Denis Villenueve's Dune franchise will officially be titled Dune: Three. Villenueve also revealed that the film will be shot entirely using IMAX cameras.According to a rumor from The DisInsider, Disney and LucasFilm are having active conversations planning a full reboot of the Indiana Jones franchise.The Last of Us co-creator Neil Druckmann is stepping down as co-showrunner of the HBO series after completing work on season two, choosing to return his focus to video game development at Naughty Dog including his next project Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. Craig Mazin will continue as sole showrunner for season three, while Druckmann retains his executive producer credit on the critically acclaimed series.The Office star Craig Robinson announced on Instagram that he's officially quitting comedy to focus on his true calling. However, industry insiders believe this is likely a marketing stunt, as mysterious billboards have appeared in Los Angeles and Robinson still has comedy shows scheduled through the end of the year.Chris Pratt will reprise his role as the voice of Garfield in an animated sequel to Sony's 2024 The Garfield Movie, which grossed over $230 million dollars at the worldwide box office.Wicked director Jon M. Chu has signed on to helm a live-action Hot Wheels movie for Warner Bros. and Mattel Studios, with screenwriters Juel Taylor and Tony Rettenmaier from Creed II and They Cloned Tyrone penning the script and J.J. Abrams' Bad Robot producing. The high-octane action film follows Mattel's success with Barbie as the toy company continues mining its properties for big-screen adaptations.Jimmy Olsen actor Skyler Gisondo revealed he mistakenly believed he was auditioning for the title role in James Gunn's Superman film, thinking the character name in his audition materials was just a placeholder to hide the fact he was reading for Clark Kent. The mix-up led to an awkward phone call with his representatives who had to clarify who he was actually auditioning for, though director James Gunn reportedly loved the story.

Check out our review of ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth. Beforehand, we'll discuss the week's top entertainment news, including trailers for ‘Project Hail Mary', 'Running Man', and Christopher Nolan's ‘The Odyssey'; Neil Druckmann leaves the TLOU HBO adaptation; Jon M. Chu is going to tackle the Hot Wheels movie; and more! Enjoy!TIMECODES… Intro (0:00)The Toms: Entertainment News (1:42)‘Jurassic World: Rebirth' Review (32:00)*SPOILERS* for ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth' (51:40)What Are Ya Doin'? (1:10:57)SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS...Email: tomppodcast@gmail.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU2jjOm3gwTu2TVDzH_CJlwFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/That-One-Movie-Podcast-535231563653560/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TOMPPodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/tomppodcastINTRO MUSIC... "Constellation" by Brian Hanegan

In this episode of Geek Freaks Headlines, we cover the long-awaited update on the Hot Wheels live-action movie. After years of silence, Mattel and Warner Bros have finally revealed that Jon M. Chu (Wicked, Crazy Rich Asians) will direct the film. We break down what this means for the project, who's involved creatively, and why this might not be the Fast & Furious knockoff you expect. With a serious creative team and Mattel's recent hot streak, this might be the next big toy-to-film win.Timestamps and Topics:00:00 – Hot Wheels movie finally gets an update after years of silence00:13 – Jon M. Chu announced as director00:17 – Why Chu's involvement signals Mattel is taking this seriously00:23 – Writers Juel Taylor and Tony Rettenmaier (Creed II, They Cloned Tyrone) join the project00:28 – Full production team includes Bad Robot and Electric Somewhere00:35 – Movie was first announced in 202200:36 – Now that the creative team is in place, casting is next00:45 – Mattel's other movie projects include Barbie 2, Polly Pocket, UNO, and Whac-A-Mole00:50 – Why the success of Barbie makes us cautiously optimistic for Hot WheelsKey Takeaways:Jon M. Chu directing shows Mattel is aiming high for the Hot Wheels movieWriters Taylor and Rettenmaier bring credibility from action and sci-fi projectsProject has been slow-moving since its 2022 announcementNow that the creative team is in place, casting news is expected nextMattel is expanding its movie universe following the success of BarbieEven projects like Whac-A-Mole and UNO are on Mattel's radarMemorable Quotes:“When you hear live action Hot Wheels, you're thinking a knockoff Fast & Furious movie—but Jon might not go in that direction.”“Mattel's taking this seriously, and that's good to know.”“I didn't think the Barbie movie would work, and this is where we're at right now.”Call to Action:Love what you're hearing? Make sure to subscribe to Geek Freaks Headlines, leave us a review, and share the episode using #GeekFreaksPod. Head to GeekFreaksPodcast.com for all the latest news we discuss on the show.Follow Us:

Long before he directed Wicked, In The Heights, or the groundbreaking film Crazy Rich Asians, Jon M. Chu was a movie-obsessed first-generation Chinese American helping at his parents' Chinese restaurant in Silicon Valley and forever facing the cultural identity crisis endemic to children of immigrants. Growing up on the cutting edge of 21st-century technology gave Chu the tools he needed to make his mark at USC film school and to be discovered by Steven Spielberg, but he soon found himself struggling to understand who he was. In Viewfinder: A Memoir of Seeing and Being Seen, Chu questions what it means when your dreams collide with your circumstances and how it's possible to succeed even when the world changes beyond all recognition.  On August 3, 2024, Jon M. Chu came to the Sydney Goldstein Theater in San Francisco to talk with writer, actor, comedian, and rapper Nora Lum, aka “Awkwafina,”, who starred in Crazy Rich Asians.  This program originally aired in August 2024. 

We're off to see the 2024 movie adaptation of Act One of the 2003 hit Broadway musical based on the 1995 bestselling book by Gregory Maguire, based on the 1939 film, based on the 1900 novel by L. Frank Baum. Telling the origin story of the witches of Oz, this Jon M. Chu-directed film saw Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande step into the roles made famous on stage by Idina Menzel and Kristen Chenoweth. Jonathan Bailey, Michelle Yeoh, Peter Dinklage, and Jeff Goldblum round out the cast of one of the biggest films of the past year. It brought in over $750 million worldwide, making it the highest-grossing Oz film, the highest-grossing musical film adaptation, and the fifth-highest-grossing film of 2024. It scored ten Oscar noms, including Best Picture, and won Best Costume Design and Best Production Design. A sequel, adapting Act Two of the show, is scheduled for release later this year. But does this musical prequel defy gravity, or does it hit a few flat notes? Join us as we throw a bucket of cold water on Wicked!   For more geeky podcasts visit GonnaGeek.com  You can find us on iTunes under ''Legends Podcast''. Please subscribe and give us a positive review. You can also follow us on Twitter @LegendsPodcast or even better, send us an e-mail: LegendsPodcastS@gmail.com

Send us a textTara and EmKay begin their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this pre-production episode, they are joined by Tori of The Oz Vlog to share favorite movie musicals, reflect on similarities and differences to Jon M. Chu's "In the Heights," and so much more!Show notes:The Oz Vlog Tik Tok"Wicked The Musical" - The Movie (2024/2025) - DTYBPWicked: The Graphic Novel Part IOddment and TweakInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

Seeing a photo of Miley Cyrus and Billy Ray Cyrus together this year was not on my bingo card, but that Cyrus family loves to keep us on our toes. Plus we're chatting about getting to hear Miley's new album Something Beautiful a month early, Lorde's tour announcement, Taylor Swift spending Mother's Day with Donna Kelce, and more!Follow us: http://instagram.com/toopoptohandle/Subscribe to our Substack: http://toopoptohandle.substack.comChapters:00:00 Introduction08:20 New Music Releases13:31 Lorde announces ‘Ultrasound' tour 17:04 Taylor Swift and Travis Kelsea spotted in Philadelphia 19:56 Is Taylor Swift teasing an announcement at the AMA's? 22:53 Jon M. Chu announces Wicked Live Musical Event starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande25:06 Charli xcx teasing party 4 u music video 5 years after the songs release 28:41 Lizzo creates private TikTok account, teasing new unreleased songs32:21 Miley Cyrus Something Beautiful x Spotify Event Recap 41:39 Miley Cyrus releases statement regarding drama between Tish Cyrus and Billy Ray Cyrus50:48 RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 10 Recap01:03:44 Yes and Mess of the Week

Send us a textTara and EmKay begin their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this pre-production episode, they are joined by Tori of The Oz Vlog to share favorite movie musicals, reflect on similarities and differences to Jon M. Chu's "In the Heights," and so much more!Stay tuned for Part 2 dropping this Wednesday!Show notes:The Oz Vlog Tik Tok"Wicked The Musical" - The Movie (2024/2025) - DTYBPJon M. Chu Has A Hilarious Response After Lin-Manuel Miranda Claimed Wicked Copied In The Heights ChoreographyThe Rise and Fall of Movie Musicals- A Statistical Analysis'Crazy Rich Asians' Is a Huge Win for Representation — But It's Not the Full StoryWhy acclaimed ‘In the Heights' fell short at the box officeInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

"I'm not afraid. It's the Wizard who should be afraid of me." We watched "Wicked" with our good Judy, Mitchell Anderson, and it was just as good as the first time we watched it! We knew we wanted to review this episode here on our show, and we thought there's no time like the present. Here we are, about halfway between the release of "Wicked" and her upcoming sequel, "Wicked: For Good," so we thought we'd take a look at what makes this movie work so darn well. Obviously, the casting of Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande is on point, but the supporting cast - Jonathan Bailey, Michelle Yeoh, Bowen Yang, and company - are all so wonderful, especially under the direction of Jon M. Chu. Allowing so many of them to ad-lib and keeping those gems in the final cut is a genius stroke! We promise to keep the singing to a minimum, but whether we keep that promise is to be seen. Yes, we have some hot takes on the movie itself, but we talk about what's to come in "For Good,” our predictions on how that half of the story will be presented, as well as a couple of fun facts we dug up in our research. We may not be true theater gays at heart, but needless to say, we're "Wicked" gays now, and we will be acting as such. Alert your local all-night diner - we're coming in at 11 p.m. and causing an absolute scene like it's opening night of our high school musical! Thanks for listening and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! www.patreon.com/moviesthatmadeusgay Facebook/Instagram: @moviesthatmadeusgay Bluesky: @MTMUGPod.bsky.social Scott Youngbauer: Twitter @oscarscott / Instagram @scottyoungballer Peter Lozano: Twitter/Instagram @peterlasagna

GET YOUR MULTIVERSE NEWS MERCH HERE:https://multiverse-news-shop.fourthwall.com/Welcome to Multiverse News, Your source for Information about all your favorite fictional universesMarvel Studios is returning to its roots and the source of its inspiration – the comics! For the first time in the Marvel Cinematic Universe's history, the studio and the comic publishing arm of the company are collaborating to create a tie-in comic for The Fantastic Four: First Steps. While there have been official tie-in comics to the films before, it was a case of the comics working within the confines of what was already planned and established for the films, not a true collaboration from the ground up. To that end, Marvel has pulled out all the stops by bringing talent the likes of writer Matt Fraction, who was allowed to visit the films set along with other creators working on the comic. The comic, a one-shot that releases July 2, ahead of the film's July 25 release, is said to be designed to act as media that exists within the film's continuity.20th Century Studios released the teaser trailer for Predator: Badlands, the highly anticipated sequel to Dan Trachtenberg's Prey. The trailer, while brief at just over a minute, is jampacked with footage that includes vistas, locales, creatures and technology never seen within the franchise, including two mysterious characters: one being what seems to a Predator protagonist and Elle Fanning in an enigmatic, humanoid role who begs more questions than answers.A couple weeks ago we discussed the casting of several key figures in HBO's upcoming Harry Potter series, including John Lithgow as Hogwarts Headmaster, Albus Dumbledore. Now, while speaking the London Times last week, the actor revealed that he was not prepared for the resulting public outcries and backlash in response to his participation - given series creator J.K. Rowling's involvement; as Rowling's public transphobic stance and comments in recent years have been the subject of controversy. Elsewhere, David Tennant, who played Barty Crouch in the films, offered his appropriately timed insights on the author while receiving an allyship award at the British LGBT Awards, saying, “We shouldn't live in a world where that is worth remarking on — I don't wish ill of her, I just wish her to shut up.” The lines between the worlds of make believe and our real one are often blurry and the decision to separate art from a problematic artist is a complicated and personal one. The review embargo has lifted on Thunderbolts* and from 107 total reviews, the film currently has a certified fresh rating of 88% on Rotten Tomatoes.The upcoming prequel Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping has cast Joseph Zada as Haymitch Abernathy and Whitney Peak as his girlfriend, Lenore Dove Baird. Mckenna Grace will play District 12 tribute Maysilee Donner, Jesse Plemons will portray a young Plutarch Heavensbee, and the film is set for release on November 20, 2026.Netflix has released the first teaser trailer for the upcoming Jenna Ortega-led series Wednesday. The series will follow a split release schedule with part 1 dropping on August 6, and part 2 to follow on September 3.Sydney Sweeney is set to star in a film adaptation of hit video game “Split Fiction” with Jon M. Chu directing, Variety has learned. The script for the movie is being written by “Deadpool & Wolverine” screenwriters Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick.Emma Mackey has been cast as the White Witch in Narnia, Greta Gerwig's adaptation of C.S. Lewis' The Chronicles of Narnia fantasy novels.Over the weekend, “Minecraft” collected $37.8 million overseas and $60.5 million worldwide in its fourth weekend of release. Meanwhile, “Sinners” added $13.5 million internationally and $58.5 million globally in its second week. For the second consecutive weekend, Warner has nabbed the No. 1 and 2 spots on international, domestic and global box office charts.

Zach and Donald welcome the director and editor of Wicked, Jon M. Chu and Myron Kerstein to the show. We try to get more information on Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat, what it was like listening to Cynthia Erivo sing, and how Ariana Grande nailed the comedy for the Popular scene. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Multiverse News, Your source for Information about all your favorite fictional universesThis doctor makes house calls! Russo brothers Joe and Anthony told Entertainment Tonight that Iron Man turned Doom actor Robert Downey, Jr. is doing a lot of work to prepare for his new role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Joe Russo commented that Downey is “dialed in” and the actor is even writing a backstory for the character, immersing himself in the role.In a new move for Marvel Studios, the latest Thunderbolts* teaser had title cards between shots of the movie showcasing all of the talent behind the film that people might recognize. Shots of actors were intercut with cards citing their acting credits outside of the MCU aynd behind-the-camera credit for writing, directing, composing, cinematography, and editing, was also featured. Projects mentioned by these credits include Midsommar, Everything Everywhere All at Once, Beef, The Green Knight, and A Different Man, as well as a couple of others. Director Jake Schreier cited a goal given by Kevin Feige to make this film different and this seems to be one of the ways Schreier is attempting to do so. On March 8, HBO released an official trailer for The Last of Us Season 2. Several of us on this panel have a special place in our hearts for this show…let's talk about it! Stranger Things star Sadie Sink has joined the cast of Spider-Man 4. It's unclear who she will play at this time, though Deadline, which first reported the casting news, hinted that her role will be “significant.”Disney has released the first full trailer for the upcoming live action remake of Lilo & Stitch, which hits theaters on May 23.A series adaptation of “Crazy Rich Asians” is in development at Max. Adele Lim, who co-wrote the 2018 film, has been set as showrunner and executive producer, while director Jon M. Chu will also return to executive produce.Emmy award winning comedy Hacks will return for its fourth season on April 10. Max has also released the first teaser trailer for the upcoming season, which will run for 10 episodes.Netflix has released the trailer and first-look images for the fifth and final season of its psychological thriller series “You.” The series begins streaming on April 14.David Arquette will officially reprise his role as Dewey Riley from the first five “Scream” movies in the upcoming seventh installment of the horror franchise.Disney is hosting a Hollywood premiere of Snow White on March 15, but the studio won't be rolling out the red carpet like it usually does. The afternoon festivities will include a pre-party and screening at the El Capitan Theatre with stars Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot expected to attend. However, the red carpet will not include the dozens of media outlets usually invited by Disney to interview the cast and creatives at its premieres. Instead, coverage will be limited to photographers and a house crew.Bong Joon Ho's sci-fi space epic Mickey 17 has finally landed at the box office, where it opened to a sluggish $19.1 domestically. Nevertheless, it was more than enough to come in at No. 1 at the box office, with a $53.3 million dollar worldwide total. Captain America: Brave New World took second place with $8.5 million dollars domestically, bringing its worldwide total to $370.8 million dollars in its fourth weekend.Netflix has released the first official trailer for season 7 of sci fi anthology series Black Mirror. The series will begin streaming on April 10th.In an interview with InStyle, Scarlett Johansson spoke on the potential return of Black Widow in the MCU, saying “Natasha is dead. She is dead. She's dead. Okay? They're like, ‘But she could come back! Look, I think the balance of the entire universe is held in her hand. We're going to have to let it go. She saved the world. Let her have her hero moment.”

Welcome to the Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates Interview Series on radio and podcast. I'm Paul Vogelzang.   The Academy Awards are Hollywood's grandest night—the moment when months of speculation, surprise wins, and snubs all culminate in one golden evening. And this year, the road to Oscar glory has been anything but predictable.   Was Anora's big night at the Critics Choice, DGA, and PGA the ultimate confirmation that it's the Best Picture frontrunner, or is there still room for a shocking upset? Will Sean Baker walk away with Best Director, or could someone else—maybe The Brutalist's Brady Corbet or Emilia Pérez's Jacques Audiard—steal the moment? And what about Wicked, which just had a stunning, completely unexpected win for Jon M. Chu at the Critics Choice Awards? Could the musical blockbuster actually shake up the race?   From underdog stories to behind-the-scenes drama, tonight, we're unpacking all the Oscar buzz with film critic Smithsonian Associate Noah Gittell. Noah Gittell will be appearing at Smithsonian Associates coming up…please check out our show notes today for more details. He's been following every twist and turn of this year's awards season, sorting through the narratives, the rumors, and the history that tell us where the Oscars might be headed. Plus, he's got the trivia and insights that will make sure you're the most informed person at your Oscars party.   It's a night of predictions, controversy, and maybe even a little Hollywood gossip. So, sit back and enjoy—this is going to be a fun one. I'm your host, Paul Vogelzang, and this is The Not Old – Better Show, Smithsonian Associates Interview Series on radio and podcast. My thanks to  Smithsonian Associate Noah Gittell. Noah Gittell will be appearing at Smithsonian Associates coming up…please check out our show notes today for more details. My thanks to the Smithsonian team for all they do to help us here on the show. My thanks to Sam Heninger and Miranda Heninger for their help producing and directing me, and my thanks to you, our wonderful audience here on radio and podcast. Be well, be safe, and Let's Talk About Better,  Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates Interview Series on radio and podcast.

On this week's episode, Co - hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryann Graham discuss Jon M. Chu's 2024 Wicked. Our hosts get into Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande's ground breaking performances, cast drama, and how Elphaba was always Black girl coded. Highlights:Defying Gravity ChallengeWicked Press TourAriana & Cynthia potential awards sweep Elphaba was always Black girl coded  Follow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmeshttps://twitter.com/sequoiabholmesFollow Ryannhttps://www.instagram.com/gudguyryry/?hl=enhttps://x.com/ryanngrahamFollow BPLP Podhttps://www.instagram.com/bplppodhttps://twitter.com/bplppodhttps://www.tiktok.com/@bplppod

The American musical is in a state of flux. Today's Broadway offerings are mostly jukebox musicals and blatant I.P. grabs; original ideas are few and far between. Meanwhile, one of the biggest films of the season is Jon M. Chu's earnest (and lengthy) adaptation of “Wicked,” the origin story of the Wicked Witch of the West that first premièred on the Great White Way nearly twenty years ago—and has been a smash hit ever since. On this episode, Vinson Cunningham, Naomi Fry, and Alexandra Schwartz discuss why “Wicked” is resonating with audiences in 2024. They consider it alongside other recent movie musicals, such as “Emilia Pérez,” which centers on the transgender leader of a Mexican cartel, and Todd Phillips's follow-up to “Joker,” the confounding “Joker: Folie à Deux.” Then they step back to trace the evolution of the musical, from the first shows to marry song and story in the nineteen-twenties to the seventies-era innovations of figures like Stephen Sondheim. Amid the massive commercial, technological, and aesthetic shifts of the last century, how has the form changed, and why has it endured? “People who don't like musicals will often criticize their artificiality,” Schwartz says. “Some things in life are so heightened . . . yet they're part of the real. Why not put them to music and have singing be part of it?”This episode originally aired on Critics at Large, December 12, 2024.

Originally Broadcast on YouTube, 12.2.24 On the triumphant return of On-Screen Live after a few weeks' hiatus, we're back and reviewing a couple recent releases including Jon M. Chu's Wicked and Ridley Scott's Gladiator II, going over the weekend box office, looking at a Sylvester Stallone Secret Movie ™️ & more! Be sure to tune in to an all-new On-Screen Live on our YouTube channel this Friday, December 13, at noon/eastern! We'll be reviewing what we've seen of Creature Commandos and Skeleton Crew, recommending some Christmas-themed trash from Netflix and beyond, and paying tribute to the main man himself, Jason Voorhees, by recommending some holiday viewing for this Friday night! This holiday season, make the Official WHM Merch Store your one-stop shop for all your gifting needs! T-shirts? Prints? Phone cases? Stickers? We got it all! Head over to our Tee Public shop and check it out today! From December 1, through the entirety of 2025, we'll be donating 100% of our earnings from our merch shop to the Center for Reproductive Rights. So head over and check out all these masterful designs and see what tickles your fancy! Original cover art by Felipe Sobreiro.