Wicked's Two-Film Gambit: Financial Triumph, Fan Devotion
Sunday Special: Wicked, Good?
Related Episodes
Passionate Filmmaking Thrives Despite Box Office Decline
Passionate filmmaking thrives despite box office challenges, proving artistic vision and emotional resonance transcend commercial success and redefine cinematic value.
View Episode Notes →
Media Consolidation, Regulatory Tensions, and AI Pivots
Media giants scramble for scale amid consolidation, while tech platforms clash with regulators and Meta pivots from metaverse to AI. Traditional media fights AI content aggregation.
View Episode Notes →
Walmart Thrives on Affordability Amidst Economic Uncertainty
Walmart thrives by offering value during the affordability crisis, while rising AI toy risks, mixed economic signals, and volatile tech markets create widespread uncertainty.
View Episode Notes →
Original Film Success Challenges IP Dominance Amidst Studio Consolidation
Original films defy franchise dominance, proving audiences crave unique narratives and visionary filmmaking, even as industry consolidation looms.
View Episode Notes →
Hollywood Consolidation, Streaming Dominance, and Societal Value Erosion
Hollywood's traditional model is dissolving as streaming giants eye acquisitions, threatening cinemas and redefining content creation. This shift reflects deeper societal changes in values and the pursuit of well-being.
View Episode Notes →
Hollywood's 2025 Consolidation Amidst Talent Exodus and AI Integration
Hollywood faces consolidation and talent exodus as productions flee California for cheaper locations, while AI and political pressures reshape industry strategy.
View Episode Notes →Resources
Resources & Recommendations
Books
- "Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West" by Gregory Maguire (1995) - This novel serves as the source material for the "Wicked" musical and films, providing a backstory for the characters and world of Oz.
- "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" by L. Frank Baum (1900) - The original book that established the world of Oz, on which the entire "Wicked" intellectual property chain is built.
Videos & Documentaries
- "The Wizard of Oz" (1939 film) - This classic movie musical is frequently referenced as a foundational piece of the Oz intellectual property and is essential for understanding many of the references and plot points in "Wicked for Good."
- "Last Hustle in Brooklyn" - Spike Lee's first short film made while he was a student at Morehouse College, mentioned as an early work by the filmmaking icon.
- "The Adventures of Tintin" (2011 film) - A film by Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson based on the Belgian comic book character, mentioned as an example of a film featuring an intrepid reporter and his dog.
- "Return to Oz" - A film mentioned for its darker, more unsettling take on the Oz universe, recommended for those looking to "freak your kids out."
- "Oz the Great and Powerful" - Sam Raimi's film exploring the origins of the Wizard of Oz, another adaptation within the Oz intellectual property.
People Mentioned
- Tracy Go Crest - The interviewer who asked Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo about "holding space for defying gravity," creating a viral moment.
- Idina Menzel - The original Broadway actress who played Elphaba in "Wicked," mentioned for her notable performance of "Defying Gravity."
- Sabrina Carpenter - A notable person mentioned for her performance of "Defying Gravity."
- Cynthia Erivo - One of the stars of the "Wicked" films, mentioned for her performance of "Defying Gravity."
- Paul Mescal - An actor whose performance of "Defying Gravity" from Saturday Night Live was referenced.
- Keke Palmer - Mentioned for her notable performance of "Defying Gravity."
- Hank Azaria as Professor John I.Q. Nerdbomb Frink Jr. - An iconic character from "The Simpsons" who performed "Defying Gravity."
Websites & Online Resources
- RateMyTeacher.com - A website mentioned in a humorous context regarding Dr. Dillamond's teaching scores.
- YouTube - Referenced as a platform where many fans experience Broadway shows through bootlegs and where compilations of "Wicked" performances and analytical content can be found.
Other Resources
- "Wicked" (Broadway Musical) - The highly successful musical that preceded the films, known for its iconic songs and unique take on the Oz story.
- "Dear Evan Hansen" (Musical Film) - Mentioned as a musical theater phenomenon that did not successfully translate to film.
- "Cats" (Musical Film) - Mentioned as a musical theater phenomenon that did not successfully translate to film.
- "Les Misérables" (Musical Film) - Mentioned as a musical theater phenomenon that had difficulty translating its enthusiasm to box office success.
- "Phantom of the Opera" (Musical Film) - Mentioned as a musical theater phenomenon that had difficulty translating its enthusiasm to box office success.
- "Dr. Dolittle" (Film) - Mentioned as an example of a "pretty awful" movie musical from the late 1960s.
- "Sinners" (Film) - A successful film mentioned as an example of an "event" movie that encouraged premium format viewing.
- "One Battle After Another" (Film) - A successful film mentioned as an example of an "event" movie that encouraged premium format viewing.
- "Roofman" (Film) - A romantic comedy starring Channing Tatum and Kirsten Dunst, mentioned as a film that underperformed despite star power.
- "Barbie" (Film) - Mentioned as a recent film that attracted a strong female repeat audience.
- "Titanic" (Film) - Mentioned as a historical example of a film that attracted a strong female repeat audience, leading to significant box office success.
- "Wednesday" (TV Series) - Mentioned as a show that garnered a strong female repeat audience and fan engagement.