Wicked director explains deleted Elphaba and Glinda scene
Wicked spoilers follow.
Director Jon M Chu, responsible for “Wicked,” shares the reason behind the removal of a touching scene involving Elphaba and Glinda.
Various deleted scenes from the popular musical film have surfaced online since its digital launch, among them a touching conversation between Ariana Grande as Glinda and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba which, unfortunately, didn’t make it into the final version. Some viewers have expressed their displeasure over this omission.
As I watched the unfolding events, my eyes widened in disbelief as Glinda addressed the mysterious disappearance of Elphaba and Fiyero, accompanied by a caged lion cub. It seemed that just moments before, Elphaba had cast a spell upon her classmates, including myself, causing us to slumber deeply.
“I would’ve helped you if you needed someone,” Glinda says. “You could’ve picked me.”
Moved by her words, Elphaba replies: “I’m sorry, it was a mistake. I won’t leave you behind again.”
During an interview with MTV UK, Chu mentioned that the scene in question was particularly challenging to eliminate from the film as it delved deeply into the relationship dynamics and provided a unique perspective on Glinda.
As a gamer, I was starting to realize that, despite all my bluffing about having some mystical power, I never truly possessed it. In truth, I’m way smarter than I let on, and there’s this deep-seated desire within me to be friends with Elphaba.
The filmmaker explained that they decided to omit the “promise” scene because it might detract from the emotional impact of the subsequent scene where Elphaba invites Glinda aboard the train bound for the Emerald City. This choice was made to maintain the intended emotional resonance in the narrative.
“You already know that, if that’s Elphaba’s heart, she’s not going to leave her behind,” he said.
By withholding it, the viewers were left in suspense, which increased the thrill and emotional impact of the train scene significantly once she decided to include her. Ultimately, this choice was hers to make.
When she casts a glance at her, it seems as if she’s promising with her eyes, though words may not be spoken, that she won’t abandon her ever again. In this manner, it fulfilled a different role. Essentially, we maintained a step forward in keeping the viewers engaged.
The musical “Wicked” has hit the big screens and can be watched now. You can also purchase or rent it on Amazon Prime Video, iTunes, Microsoft Store, and various other platforms.
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2025-01-12 19:48