This time last year, part one of Jon M. Chu’s adaptation of the famed Broadway musical, Wicked, had taken the world by storm. Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande became legendary for their “holding space” press tour, licensed merchandise permeated every aspect of daily life, and, of course, the film received 10 Oscar nominations, ultimately winning both Costume Design and Production Design.

Today, we are once again off to the see the wizard with Wicked: For Good, the second half, adapted from act two of the stage show. The reception, however, has been much more muted, both in terms of box office and critical reception. Can the film withstand these gale force winds and still amble down the yellow brick road to Oscar nominations?

On this episode of The Long Take Review, we debate this very question, and share our varied reactions to the conclusion of the untold tale of the witches of Oz. Which one of us has an angry meltdown about The Wizard of Oz during the episode? Which one of us bends over backwards to defend aspects of the film? Which one of us still doesn’t like musicals? Regular listeners can probably guess, but should join us just the same. Even if you didn’t care for the film, our conversation will change you for good.

We go into SPOILER MODE at the 25:10 minute mark. If you don’t want to become disillusioned with the wizard, you may listen safely until then.

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