These moments simply did not do enough to merit extending the film’s runtime.
She explains that perhapsGlinda can’t do magic because she’s never needed it before.
Glinda already had everything she wanted, so there was no reason for her to have magic.
Despite seeming overly simple, Elphaba’s point is actually genius.
Because of the prejudice she has faced all her life, these moments occurred often.
She needed magic to protect herself.
The same cannot be said for Glinda, who has long lived a life of luxury.
Glinda already had everything she wanted, so there was no reason for her to have magic.
Part of this is looking past her own ego and seeing who and what she really is.
In reality,it is vital for Glinda to come to this conclusion herself.
Furthermore, the scene messes with the actual logistics of Glinda’sWickedstory.
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In this way, Elphaba is completely right.
Glinda technically lies about her magic, but she has just as much talent as Elphaba does.
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