The former might be pushed out of the limelight, but thats yet to be seen.
We should be lucky that two musicals are in contention for Best Picture at all.
Its a musical about friendship, being inspired by others and doing whats right.
Emilia Perezwas released on Netflix on November 13, whileWickedis now playing in theaters nationwide.
Right out the gate,Emilia Perezproves itself a unique film.
Its acrime/thriller/musical that bounces between genre-blending and song styles.
To be sure, its not at all what I expected when I first saw it.
The film, much likeDune, isnt being marketed as a two-part movie at all.
That might affect howWickedfares.
Emilia Perez, on the other hand, had strong reactions early on at film festivals like Cannes.
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Emilia Perez is a drama film that follows the life of Emilia Perez, a determined and ambitious individual striving to make a name for herself in a competitive environment. The story explores her journey as she navigates the challenges and obstacles that come her way, all while uncovering the complexities of her own identity.
Wicked adapts the Broadway musical into a two-part film, following the unlikely friendship between Elphaba, born with green skin, and Glinda, a popular aristocrat, in the Land of Oz. As they navigate their contrasting paths, they evolve into Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.
